Does Web Hosting Canada work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Web Hosting Canada two-factor authentication free?

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

What if I lose access to my Web Hosting Canada 2FA codes?

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

How to enable 2FA on Web Hosting Canada

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Web Hosting Canada lets you secure your account with an authenticator app. With 2FA on, each login needs a fresh 6-digit code, keeping your Web Hosting Canada account safe even if your password leaks.

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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