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