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