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