How can I secure my Macquarie Bank account without an authenticator app?

Use a long, unique password (a password manager helps), turn on any 2FA method Macquarie Bank does offer, and stay alert to phishing. If Macquarie Bank adds authenticator-app support, you'll be able to use Authenticator App - Novaz.

Does Macquarie Bank Support Authenticator App 2FA?#

Which 2FA methods Macquarie Bank offers, and how to keep your account secure

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A Macquarie Bank account can be tied to your money and personal finances, so a stolen password is a direct financial risk. This page lists the 2FA methods Macquarie Bankoffers today, how to keep the account secure without an authenticator app, and how to recover it.

Before you set up 2-Step Verification for your Macquarie Bank account, you'll need Authenticator App - Novaz on your device — search for Authenticator App - Novaz in your Apple device's App Store, tap the Download on the App Store button below, or scan the QR code.

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2FA methods Macquarie Bank supports#

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Macquarie Bank does not offer an authenticator-app (TOTP) option yet. Authenticator apps are safer than SMS, so it's worth requesting.

How to keep your Macquarie Bank account secure#

Use a long, unique password (a password manager helps), turn on any 2FA method Macquarie Bank offers, and stay alert to phishing. See Macquarie Bank's official security documentation ↗. If Macquarie Bank adds authenticator-app support, you'll be able to use Authenticator App - Novaz.

How to recover your Macquarie Bank account#

If you lose access to your authenticator, most Macquarie Bank accounts are recovered with the backup or recovery codes you saved when you turned on 2FA — so store them somewhere safe, separate from your phone. If you didn't save them, use Macquarie Bank's account-recovery or support process to regain access (see the official Macquarie Bank documentation ↗). Saving your recovery codes when you enable 2FA is the single best way to avoid being locked out.

Frequently asked questions#

Does Macquarie Bank support authenticator apps?: Not yet — Macquarie Bank does not offer authenticator-app (TOTP) 2FA at this time, though it does support its own app.
How can I secure my Macquarie Bank account without an authenticator app?: Use a long, unique password (a password manager helps), turn on any 2FA method Macquarie Bank does offer, and stay alert to phishing. If Macquarie Bank adds authenticator-app support, you'll be able to use Authenticator App - Novaz.

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