Authenticator app for DigitalOcean
How to set up or enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for DigitalOcean
To keep your DigitalOcean account secure, enable two-factor authentication (2FA). This page explains how DigitalOcean 2FA works, which methods DigitalOcean supports, and how to protect and recover your account. The most secure option is an authenticator app: store your DigitalOcean 2FA codes in MS Authenticator App and generate a fresh 6-digit code every time you sign in.
2FA methods DigitalOcean supports
- SMS text message
- 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 DigitalOcean
DigitalOcean supports two-factor authentication to add an extra layer of protection. Follow our step-by-step DigitalOcean guide, or read the official DigitalOcean documentation ↗ for the exact, up-to-date steps.
How to recover your DigitalOcean account
If you've lost access to your DigitalOcean account, use the backup codes you saved when enabling 2FA, or contact DigitalOcean support to regain access. Once you're back in, re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.
Topics covered
- digitalocean 2fa
- digitalocean two-factor authentication
- digitalocean 2fa setup
- digitalocean authenticator app
- how to enable 2fa on digitalocean
- digitalocean sign in with 2fa
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