How to enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for Binance

How to enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for Binance

Kevin Archer picture by Kevin Archer·Updated 01 Oct 2024·4 minutes to read

1

Download Authenticator App

  • Before we start, download Binance Authenticator App by searching for it in your Apple device's App Store.

    iOS Apple App Badge

2

Locate 2FA Settings

  • Log in your Binance account and click on your profile picture in the top right, then choose Security.

    Locate 2FA Settings
3

Google Authenticator

  • Find Binance/Google Authenticator and select Enable.

    Google Authenticator
4

Verify Your Phone Number

  • Choose Google Authenticator and press on Next.

    Verify Your Phone Number
5

QR Code

  • In this step is shown the QR Code that contains the secret key which you need to scan with Authenticator App by 2Stable. Keep this window open as you reach for your iPhone or other Apple device.

    QR Code
6

Capture QR Code

  • Open Authenticator App and at the bottom of the screen, tap the plus add Item button and hold your device up to the computer screen to scan the QR code. If you are unable to scan the QR code, you can import the QR code in Authenticator App from Files, tap the plus sign in Authenticator App and choose Files and follow the instructions.

    Capture QR Code
7

Two-Factor Authentication Code (2FA)

  • After successfully scanning the QR Code, Authenticator App will automatically choose the Binance logo and autofill the account name and secret key. Tap on Save, then copy the code.

    Two-Factor Authentication Code (2FA)
8

Verify Your 2FA Code

  • First, you need to confirm the code from your email address linked to your Binance account, by copying the code and pasting it in the Email Verification Code field. Secondly, paste the code from Authenticator App on the Binance website in the Authenticator App field.

    Verify Your 2FA Code
9

Done!

  • You have successfully enabled two-factor authentication(2FA) to protect your Binance account, from now on, you will need to use the Authenticator App when you would like to log in to your Binance account.

    Done!

You're all set! You've enabled Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for your Binance account. To learn more, visit the Binance support page. Stay safe!

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