Does Teleport work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Teleport two-factor authentication free?

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

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

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

Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on Teleport?

Teleport supports both. An authenticator app like MS Authenticator App is free and works on any phone; a hardware security key adds phishing resistance. You can enable both.

How to enable 2FA on Teleport

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

Step-by-step setup

1
Sign in to Teleport and open your Teleport 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 Teleport 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 Teleport account.
5
Save your backup codes.
Store the recovery codes Teleport gives you somewhere safe — you'll need them if you lose your phone.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Teleport work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?: Yes. Teleport supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
Is Teleport two-factor authentication free?: Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on Teleport is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
What if I lose access to my Teleport 2FA codes?: Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact Teleport support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.
Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on Teleport?: Teleport supports both. An authenticator app like MS Authenticator App is free and works on any phone; a hardware security key adds phishing resistance. You can enable both.

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