Set Up Two-Factor Authentication in cPanel

Two-factor authentication (2FA) is an improved security measure that requires two forms of identification: your password and a generated security code.

When 2FA is enabled, an app on your smartphone supplies a code you must enter with your password to log in.

Here we detail the steps to enable Two-Factor Authentication in cPanel.

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Enable 2FA

1. Log into cPanel
2. Navigate to Two-Factor Authentication, located under the Security Section
   
3. Click the Set Up Two-Factor Authentication button
   
4. Scan the QR code with a supported time-based one-time password (TOTP) app, such as Google Authenticator, on your smartphone
   
   NOTE: Alternatively you can enter the Account and Key details from the section below the QR code into your authenticator app to configure it manually.
5. Enter the security code generated by your authenticator app in the Security Code field
   NOTE: You must enter the security code within 30 seconds. After time expires a new code will be generated.
   
6. Click the Configure Two-Factor Authentication button

Disable 2FA

1. Log into cPanel
2. Navigate to Two-Factor Authentication, located under the Security Section
   
3. Click the Remove Two-Factor Authentication button
   
4. Click the Remove button to confirm