Authenticator app for Perimeter 81
How to set up or enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for Perimeter 81
To keep your Perimeter 81 account secure, enable two-factor authentication (2FA). This page explains how Perimeter 81 2FA works, which methods Perimeter 81 supports, and how to protect and recover your account. The most secure option is an authenticator app: store your Perimeter 81 2FA codes in MS Authenticator App and generate a fresh 6-digit code every time you sign in.
2FA methods Perimeter 81 supports
- SMS text message
- Authenticator app (TOTP)
- Proprietary app
- Security key (U2F / WebAuthn)
- Phone call
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 Perimeter 81
Perimeter 81 supports two-factor authentication. Follow our step-by-step Perimeter 81 guide, or read the official Perimeter 81 documentation ↗ for the exact, up-to-date steps.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Perimeter 81 work with authenticator apps like MS Authenticator App?
- Yes. Perimeter 81 supports TOTP authenticator apps, so you can generate its two-factor codes in MS Authenticator App.
- Is Perimeter 81 two-factor authentication free?
- Yes. Enabling authenticator-app 2FA on Perimeter 81 is free — you only need the free MS Authenticator App.
- What if I lose access to my Perimeter 81 2FA codes?
- Use the backup or recovery codes you saved during setup. If you didn't save them, contact Perimeter 81 support to regain access, then re-add the account to MS Authenticator App.
- Should I use an authenticator app or a security key on Perimeter 81?
- Perimeter 81 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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