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How to set up or enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for Looker

To keep your Looker account secure, enable two-factor authentication (2FA). This page explains how Looker 2FA works, which methods Looker supports, and how to protect and recover your account. The most secure option is an authenticator app: store your Looker 2FA codes in MS Authenticator App and generate a fresh 6-digit code every time you sign in.

2FA methods Looker supports

  • 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 Looker

Looker supports two-factor authentication. Follow our step-by-step Looker guide, or read the official Looker documentation ↗ for the exact, up-to-date steps.

Frequently asked questions

Does Looker work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?
Yes. Looker supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
Is Looker two-factor authentication free?
Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on Looker is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
What if I lose access to my Looker 2FA codes?
Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact Looker support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.

Topics covered

  • looker 2fa
  • looker two-factor authentication
  • looker 2fa setup
  • looker authenticator app
  • how to enable 2fa on looker
  • looker account security

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