Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a security measure that requires two separate factors to gain access—something you know and something you have. While it’s still important to have a strong, unique password to make it harder to crack (‘something you know’), 2FA also incorporates a randomly generated six-digit code that gets sent to or synced with a device you trust like your mobile phone (‘something you have’).

What do I need?

There are a few different ways to get the 2FA code. One of the most common is to use your smartphone with an authenticator app or to have the code sent via text. You can also use password management applications from your computer, like 1Password, to add a 2FA code. All of the options have pros and cons, but some are more severe than others. For example, the authenticator app would need to be disabled or replaced before resetting your phone, but in general, an authenticator app is considered more secure than a text message code which can be diverted to a different device.

Although there are many different authenticator apps that you can use, some authenticator apps that we recommend are:

Google Authenticator | iOS | Android |
FreeOTP (Redhat Fork of GoogleAuthenticator) | iOS | Android |
2 Steps Authenticator (Blackberry)

How do I enable 2FA on my email account?

Using a Google authenticator

Login in to your webmail
Select Settings from the sidebar
From the left-hand menu, select Password then Two-factor authentication.
Choose between setting up 2FA with an authenticator or with SMS text messaging.
Select Enable with Google Authenticator, and you will be asked to re-enter your password.
Note: Most authenticator apps operate using the same programming principle (TTOP) and can be used for 2FA.
Using your Google Authenticator, scan the QR code and enter in the six-digit code.
You will be automatically logged out and when you log back in, two-factor authentication will be required. Your account is now protected by 2FA.

Using SMS messaging

Logging in to Webmail with 2FA enabled

Navigate to the Webmail login.
Enter your email address and password.
Once 2FA is enabled, you’ll be prompted for the 2FA login token before being allowed access to your email.

Disabling 2FA

How do I change the authentication device or phone numbers for 2FA?

To change the authentication method for 2FA, you’ll need to log in, disable your 2FA, and re-enable it with the new method.

I lost my 2FA token, how do I get access?

If you’ve lost your phone, reset it, or replaced it before you were able to disable and reset up 2FA with your new method, you need to reach out to us to bypass your 2FA authentication. Once it’s been bypassed, you will be able to set up 2FA again.

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