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