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