How to Enable 2-Step Verification for Call of Duty

Before you can set up 2-Step Verification for your Call of Duty account you'll need to download Authenticator App on your device by searching for it in your Apple device's App Store or click on the button below Download on the App Store.

These simple steps will add an extra layer of security to your Call of Duty account.

Sign in to your Call of Duty account. Click on your profile picture to reveal a dropdown menu. In the menu, look for and select the option labeled PREFERENCES

Navigate to the PRIVACY & SECURITY section. Scroll down until you find the TWO-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION option, then click on ENABLE TWO-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION

Call of Duty will send an alphanumeric code to your email. You'll need to enter this code in the next step.

To confirm your account, enter the alphanumeric code sent to your email.

In this step, you will encounter a QR Code displaying the secret key required for setup. Open your Authenticator App and scan the QR Code. Remember to keep the page open during this process.
Note: Do not scan the DEMO QR Code shown below.

Open your Authenticator App, tap the plus button, and then hold your device up to the computer screen to scan the QR Code displayed on the Call of Duty web page.

Once you've successfully scanned the QR Code provided by Call of Duty, the Authenticator App will automatically select the Call of Duty logo and fill in the account name and secret key. Click on Save when you're ready to proceed.
Tip: Customize the account icon by pressing on the icon.

Return to the Call of Duty web page. Enter the one-time code generated by the Authenticator App into the designated field, along with your Activision Account Password, to finalize the setup. Once completed, click on Activate.

Congratulations! You've successfully activated two-factor authentication (2FA) for added security on your Call of Duty account. Moving forward, whenever you log in, the Authenticator App will be required. Consider copying the backup codes into the app or keeping them in a secure location. Click Done to complete the process. That's it!