How to enable 2FA for Crypto.com App
30 Oct 2021 - by Kevin Archer
If any sites prompt you to use Google Authenticator for two-factor authentication, note you can always substitute it with Authenticator App by 2Stable. Although they work in similar ways, Authenticator App by 2Stable is more feature-rich and allows for multi-device syncing, iCloud-backups, and have easier account recovery in case you lose your device or just want to switch to a new one.
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Locate 2FA Settings
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Open the Crypto.com app, and tap on Settings in the left top corner.
Next Page
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From the settings menu in the Crypto.com app, tap on 2-Factor Authentication.
Next Step
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On the next screen toggle on the Enable 2FA.
QR Code
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A pop-up window will appear for you to scan the QR Code. Take a screenshot of the QR code screen and save it into Files on your device.
Add Crypto.com 2FA in Authenticator
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Open Authenticator App and at the bottom of the screen, tap the plus sign and choose Files, next select the screenshot you made earlier.
Save Account
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After successfully importing the QR Code screenshot, Authenticator app will automatically choose the Crypto.com logo and autofill account name and secret key. If you want you can change the icon or the account name. Press on Save when ready.
Verify Your Code
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Copy the numerical code provided from Authenticator App and confirm it on the Crypto.com app, then click Activate 2FA. Note that this code refreshes every 30 seconds.
Done!
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You have successfully set up two-factor authentication (2FA) for your Crypto.com account, from now on, you will need to use the Authenticator App when you log in.
You’re all set! You’ve enabled Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for your Crypto.com account. To learn more, visit the Crypto.com support page. Stay safe!
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