How to enable 2FA for Facebook account

How to enable 2FA for Facebook account#

A Step-by-Step guide how to set up two-factor authentication for Facebook

1

Download Authenticator App

  • Before we start, download Facebook Authenticator App.

    • Scan to download
2

Locate 2FA Settings

  • Log in to your Facebook account and go to Settings & privacy.

    Locate 2FA Settings
3

Settings and Privacy

  • Choose Settings tab.

    Settings and Privacy
4

Use Two-Factor Authentication

  • Choose Security and login tab, scroll down to Use two-factor authentication and click Edit.

    Use Two-Factor Authentication
5

Enable 2FA Authentication App

  • Click on the button that reads Use Authenticator App. It will prompt you to confirm your Facebook password.

    Enable 2FA Authentication App
6

Set Up Third-Party Authentication

  • A pop-up window will appear for you to scan the QR Code with Authenticator App. Keep this window open as you reach for your phone. Note that anywhere (not just Facebook) that prompts Google Authenticator also supports Authenticator App.
    Note: Do not scan the demo image shown below.

    Set Up Third-Party Authentication
7

Scan 2FA QR Code

  • Take out your mobile device and open the Authenticator App. At the bottom of the screen, tap the plus button add Item to scan a new account and hold your device up to the computer screen.

    Scan 2FA QR Code
8

Save Facebook 2FA Account

  • After successfully scanning the QR Code, the Authenticator App will automatically choose the Facebook logo and autofill account name and secret key. Confirm it’s correct by clicking Save.

    Save Facebook 2FA Account
9

Two-Factor Authentication Code

  • Record the numerical token provided for Facebook. Note that this code refreshes every 30 seconds.

    Two-Factor Authentication Code
10

Verify Confirmation Code

  • Returning to the Facebook website, enter the numerical token in the appropriate field. When done click Continue.

    Verify Confirmation Code
11

Set Up Recovery Codes

  • You will now be shown your Facebook back-up codes. These codes are one-time use each. If you run out of these codes, you can click the Set Up button again to re-roll a new set, but doing so will render the previous list obsolete, so be 100% sure to keep the latest set somewhere safe.

    Set Up Recovery Codes

You're all set! To learn more, visit the Facebook support page. Stay safe!

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