Authenticator app for Nintendo Account
How to set up or enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for Nintendo Account
To keep your Nintendo Account account secure, enable two-factor authentication (2FA). This page explains how Nintendo Account 2FA works, which methods Nintendo Account supports, and how to protect and recover your account. The most secure option is an authenticator app: store your Nintendo Account 2FA codes in MS Authenticator App and generate a fresh 6-digit code every time you sign in.
2FA methods Nintendo Account supports
- Authenticator app (TOTP)
An authenticator app (TOTP) is the sweet spot: free, offline, and not vulnerable to SIM-swap attacks like SMS.
How to enable or set up 2FA for Nintendo Account
Nintendo Account supports two-factor authentication to add an extra layer of protection. Follow our step-by-step Nintendo Account guide, or read the official Nintendo Account documentation ↗ for the exact, up-to-date steps.
How to recover your Nintendo Account account
If you've lost access to your Nintendo Account account, use the backup codes you saved when enabling 2FA, or contact Nintendo Account support to regain access. Once you're back in, re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.
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