Does StartMail work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

Yes. StartMail supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.

Is StartMail two-factor authentication free?

Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on StartMail is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.

What if I lose access to my StartMail 2FA codes?

Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact StartMail support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.

How to enable 2FA on StartMail

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Enable two-factor authentication on StartMail to stop unauthorized logins. After setup, StartMail asks for a rotating code from MS Authenticator App in addition to your password.

Step-by-step setup

1
Sign in to StartMail and open your StartMail account security settings.
2
Turn on two-factor authentication and choose the authenticator-app option.
Look for "Authenticator app", "Authentication app", or "TOTP" rather than SMS.
3
Scan the QR code with MS Authenticator App.
Open MS Authenticator App, tap add, and point your camera at the QR code StartMail displays. Can't scan? Enter the setup key manually instead.
4
Enter the 6-digit code to confirm.
Type the code MS Authenticator App generates to verify and link your StartMail account.
5
Save your backup codes.
Store the recovery codes StartMail gives you somewhere safe — you'll need them if you lose your phone.

Menu names on StartMail can change — the official StartMail 2FA documentation ↗ always has the exact, current path.

Frequently asked questions

Does StartMail work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?: Yes. StartMail supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
Is StartMail two-factor authentication free?: Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on StartMail is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
What if I lose access to my StartMail 2FA codes?: Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact StartMail support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.

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