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