Does WordPress.com work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?

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

Is WordPress.com two-factor authentication free?

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

What if I lose access to my WordPress.com 2FA codes?

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

Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on WordPress.com?

WordPress.com 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 WordPress.com

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Protect your WordPress.com account with two-factor authentication (2FA). Once enabled, signing in also requires a one-time code from your authenticator app — not just your password.

Step-by-step setup

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

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

Frequently asked questions

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