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