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