Setting up two-factor authentication

Two-factor (2FA) adds a one-time code at sign-in, so a stolen password isn't enough to get in. We strongly recommend it for every administrator. Turn it on at Settings → Account → Security.

Start setup

Click Enable. Edventory shows a QR code and a manual setup key.

Scan with an authenticator app

Use Google Authenticator, Authy, 1Password, Microsoft Authenticator, or any TOTP app. Scan the QR code, or type the setup key if you can't scan.

Confirm the code

Enter the 6-digit code your app shows to verify the link.

Save your backup codes

You'll get 10 one-time backup codes. Store them somewhere safe (a password manager) — they're your way in if you lose your phone.

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Backup codes are shown only once. If you lose both your authenticator and your codes, an administrator can clear your 2FA from the Team panel so you can set it up again.

Worried a session is open on a machine you no longer control? Settings → Account → Security → Sign out everywhere ends every session except the one you're using. Changing or resetting your password does the same automatically.