How can I secure my BMO Harris Bank account without an authenticator app?

Use a long, unique password (a password manager helps), turn on any 2FA method BMO Harris Bank does offer, and stay alert to phishing. If BMO Harris Bank adds authenticator-app support, you'll be able to use Authenticator App - Novaz.

Does BMO Harris Bank Support Authenticator App 2FA?#

Which 2FA methods BMO Harris Bank offers, and how to keep your account secure

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A BMO Harris Bank account can be tied to your money and personal finances, so a stolen password is a direct financial risk. This page lists the 2FA methods BMO Harris Bankoffers today, how to keep the account secure without an authenticator app, and how to recover it.

Before you set up 2-Step Verification for your BMO Harris Bank account, you'll need Authenticator App - Novaz on your device — search for Authenticator App - Novaz in your Apple device's App Store, tap the Download on the App Store button below, or scan the QR code.

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2FA methods BMO Harris Bank supports#

SMS text message
Email code
Phone call

BMO Harris Bank does not offer an authenticator-app (TOTP) option yet. Authenticator apps are safer than SMS, so it's worth requesting.

How to keep your BMO Harris Bank account secure#

Use a long, unique password (a password manager helps), turn on any 2FA method BMO Harris Bank offers, and stay alert to phishing. If BMO Harris Bank adds authenticator-app support, you'll be able to use Authenticator App - Novaz.

How to recover your BMO Harris Bank account#

If you lose access to your authenticator, most BMO Harris Bank accounts are recovered with the backup or recovery codes you saved when you turned on 2FA — so store them somewhere safe, separate from your phone. If you didn't save them, use BMO Harris Bank's account-recovery or support process to regain access. Saving your recovery codes when you enable 2FA is the single best way to avoid being locked out.

Frequently asked questions#

Does BMO Harris Bank support authenticator apps?: Not yet — BMO Harris Bank does not offer authenticator-app (TOTP) 2FA at this time, though it does support SMS text message, email code and phone call.
How can I secure my BMO Harris Bank account without an authenticator app?: Use a long, unique password (a password manager helps), turn on any 2FA method BMO Harris Bank does offer, and stay alert to phishing. If BMO Harris Bank adds authenticator-app support, you'll be able to use Authenticator App - Novaz.

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