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title: "How To Setup Two Factor Authentication"
description: "Set up two-factor authentication (2FA) to secure your account in minutes."
url: https://help.optionsautotrader.com/en/articles/199-how-to-setup-two-factor-authentication
collection: "Account & Billing"
updated: 2026-03-23
language: en
---

# How To Setup Two Factor Authentication

Set up two-factor authentication (2FA) to secure your account in minutes.

Secure your account in minutes with this simple step-by-step guide.

### **Step 1: Go to Your Profile**

-   Click your profile image and select **Profile**.
    

### **Step 2: Enable Two-Factor Authentication**

-   Scroll down to **Two-Factor Authentication**.
    
-   Click **Enable**.
    

### **Step 3: Confirm Your Password**

-   Enter your current password and click **Confirm**.
    

### **Step 4: Scan QR Code with Authenticator App**

-   Open an app like **Google Authenticator** on your phone.
    
-   Scan the QR code displayed on your screen.
    

### **Step 5: Enter Verification Code**

-   Type the code from the app into your account.
    
-   Click **Confirm** to finish setup.
    

### **Step 6: Login with 2FA**

-   Next time you log in, you’ll need your **email, password, and authentication code**.
    

**Tip:** Setting up 2FA adds a strong layer of protection to your account in just a few minutes.