Does Whois work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is Whois two-factor authentication free?

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

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

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

How to enable 2FA on Whois

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

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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

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