Authenticator app for Google Chat
How to set up or enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for Google Chat
To keep your Google Chat account secure, enable two-factor authentication (2FA). This page explains how Google Chat 2FA works, which methods Google Chat supports, and how to protect and recover your account. The most secure option is an authenticator app: store your Google Chat 2FA codes in MS Authenticator App and generate a fresh 6-digit code every time you sign in.
2FA methods Google Chat supports
- SMS text message
- Phone call
- Authenticator app (TOTP)
- Proprietary app
- Security key (U2F / WebAuthn)
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 Google Chat
Google Chat supports two-factor authentication. Follow our step-by-step Google Chat guide, or read the official Google Chat documentation ↗ for the exact, up-to-date steps.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Google Chat work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?
- Yes. Google Chat supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
- Is Google Chat two-factor authentication free?
- Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on Google Chat is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
- What if I lose access to my Google Chat 2FA codes?
- Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact Google Chat support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.
- Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on Google Chat?
- Google Chat 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.
Topics covered
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