MS Authenticator App

How to enable 2FA on Tesla

Tesla overview Supported

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

Step-by-step setup

  1. 1

    Locate 2FA Settings

    Log in your Tesla account and click on Profile Settings.

    tesla 2FA setup — Locate 2FA Settings
  2. 2

    Set up Multi-Factor Authentication

    Look for Multi-factor Authentication option and click on Manage.

    tesla 2FA setup — Set up Multi-Factor Authentication
  3. 3

    Next Page

    This is an informational page only. Click NEXT when you're ready to start.

    tesla 2FA setup — Next Page
  4. 4

    Verify Tesla Account Password

    Enter your Tesla account password and click SIGN IN

    tesla 2FA setup — Verify Tesla Account Password
  5. 5

    Capture QR Code

    Open MS Authenticator App, tap the plus button, and hold your device up to the computer screen to scan the QR Code. You can also enter the 2FA key into your authenticator app manually if you prefer.

    tesla 2FA setup — Capture QR Code
  6. 6

    Two-Factor Authentication Code (2FA)

    After successfully scanning the QR Code, MS Authenticator App will automatically choose the Tesla logo and autofill the account name and secret key. Click on Save when ready.

    tesla 2FA setup — Two-Factor Authentication Code (2FA)
  7. 7

    Verify Your 2FA Code

    Once your Tesla account has been successfully added to the MS Authenticator App, type the 6-digit code on the Tesla website in the Passcode field and click SUBMIT

    tesla 2FA setup — Verify Your 2FA Code
  8. 8

    Save Recovery Codes

    Your Tesla account is now protected with two-factor authentication. You can copy the Backup Passcodes into MS Authenticator App or save them in a secure place. Press on DONE and that's all.

    tesla 2FA setup — Save Recovery Codes

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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