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