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