How to turn on two-factor authentication on cruush
Written by Julien, lead developer of cruush.
What is two-factor authentication?
It asks for a code from an authenticator app each time you sign in, as well as your password. It protects your account even if someone learns your password.
How do you set it up?
- Open Settings, then Two-factor authentication.
- Enter your cruush login password, which is the same one you use to sign in, and tap Set up authenticator app.
- Scan the code with your authenticator app. If you cannot scan, copy the key and enter it by hand.
- Type the 6-digit code from the app and tap Confirm and enable 2FA.
- Save the one-use recovery codes it shows and tap Copy recovery codes.
Why save the recovery codes?
They will not be shown again. Store them somewhere private. They let you in if you lose your phone.
Can you change it later?
Yes. Once it is on you can regenerate recovery codes, which makes the old ones stop working, or disable it. Both ask for an authenticator code and your password.
Is it required?
No. You can skip it when you sign up and set it up later.