Authenticator app for Open Collective
How to set up or enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for Open Collective
To keep your Open Collective account secure, enable two-factor authentication (2FA). This page explains how Open Collective 2FA works, which methods Open Collective supports, and how to protect and recover your account. The most secure option is an authenticator app: store your Open Collective 2FA codes in MS Authenticator App and generate a fresh 6-digit code every time you sign in.
2FA methods Open Collective supports
- Authenticator app (TOTP)
- Security key (U2F / WebAuthn)
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 Open Collective
Open Collective supports two-factor authentication. Follow our step-by-step Open Collective guide, or read the official Open Collective documentation ↗ for the exact, up-to-date steps.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Open Collective work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?
- Yes. Open Collective supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
- Is Open Collective two-factor authentication free?
- Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on Open Collective is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
- What if I lose access to my Open Collective 2FA codes?
- Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact Open Collective support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.
- Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on Open Collective?
- Open Collective supports both. An authenticator app like MS Authenticator App is free and works on any phone; a hardware security key adds phishing resistance. You can enable both.
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