Boxcryptor | How To Enable Two-Factor Authentication | Authenticator App

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Two-Factor Authentication (#2FA) will require you to proof your identity with a second factor during the sign in. This second factor is generally something that the user posesses, such as a physical, second device. The advantage of this procedure is that when an attacker gets hold of (or guesses) your password, he still needs access to your physical device - so you're still safe. #Boxcryptor is offering 2FA using authenticator apps or security keys.

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#Authenticatorapps use the Time-based One-Time Password algorithm (TOTP) to generate secure 6-digit code on your mobile device which have to be entered during authentication. To use it, you need to install an Authenticator App of your choice on your mobile device. Next, you need to configure both your Boxcryptor account and your authenticator app using the following steps:

- Sign in to boxcryptor.com.
- Navigate to Security.
- Click on Two-factor Authentication - Authenticator App.
- Scan the QR code with your Authenticator App. Copy the Secret Key and store it in a secure place.
- To complete the setup, enter the 6-digit code from your authenticator app.

From now on, you will need to provide both your credentials and a 6-digit code from your authenticator app to sign in. Since the code is time-based, it will change all 30 seconds.

Find out more about Boxcryptor by visiting https://www.boxcryptor.com/en/help/boxcryptor-account/windows/#two-factor-authentication