How do I add an account to the authenticator app?

Open the Authenticator app, select Add account from the Customize and control icon in the upper-right, select Other account (Google, Facebook, etc.), and then select OR ENTER CODE MANUALLY. Enter an Account name (for example, Google) and type the Secret key from Step 1, and then select Finish.
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How do I get the QR code for the Authenticator app?

Go to the security verification settings screen. For information on how to get to this screen, see Changing your security settings. Check the box next to Authenticator app then select Configure. This brings up a screen with a QR code on it.
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How do I add multiple accounts to my Authenticator app?

On your old phone, create a QR code:
  1. In the Authenticator app, tap More. Transfer accounts. Export accounts.
  2. Select the accounts you want to transfer to your new phone. Then, tap Next. If you transfer more than one account, your old phone may create more than one QR code.
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How do I add an account to Google Authenticator?

Procedure
  1. From your device, open the Google Authenticator app.
  2. Tap +.
  3. Tap Enter a setup key.
  4. Enter the following details: A name for the account, for example, Commvault or the name of your CommCell. The secret key provided in the email.
  5. Verify that the key type is time based.
  6. Tap Add.
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How do I link my Authenticator to my account?

Set up Authenticator
  1. On your iPhone or iPad, go to your Google Account.
  2. At the top, tap Security.
  3. Under "Signing in to Google," tap 2-Step Verification. You may need to sign in.
  4. Under "Add more second steps to verify it's you," find "Authenticator app" and tap Set up.
  5. Follow the on-screen steps.
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How do I log into my Authenticator app on my new phone?

Sign in to your account using phone sign-in
  1. Go to your personal Microsoft account sign-in page, and then instead of typing your password, select the Use the Microsoft Authenticator app instead link.
  2. Microsoft sends a notification to your phone.
  3. Approve the notification.
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How do I transfer my Authenticator to a new phone?

How to transfer Google Authenticator codes to a new phone
  1. On your new phone, install the Google Authenticator app.
  2. On your old phone, tap the three dots on the top right corner and go to Transfer accounts then select Export accounts.
  3. Select which accounts you want to transfer to your new phone, and then tap Next.
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How do I change my Google Authenticator account?

Change your existing 2FA setup to Google Authenticator
  1. Download and install Google Authenticator from the Play Store or Apple Apps store.
  2. Open the Google Authenticator App on your mobile device, and click the + sign to add a new account. ...
  3. Click Personal account.
  4. Tap Scan QR code.
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Is Google Authenticator linked to Google Account?

Google Authenticator protects your Google account from keyloggers and password theft. With two-factor authentication, you'll need both your password and an authentication code to log in. The Google Authenticator app runs on Android, iPhone, iPod, iPad and BlackBerry devices.
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What is the account name in Google Authenticator?

The account_name - as the name suggests - reflects the name of your account on the website. This is your username or email address, generally. Google Authenticator shows this as the second line of the key. The secret_key is the secret key that the web site gives you when you enable TOTP.
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How many accounts can you have on Microsoft Authenticator app?

Based on my tests and researches, we can add different accounts to Microsoft Authenticator, but we can only use one work or school account for phone sign-in. As Microsoft official document said, a phone must be registered to a single work or school account.
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How do I re register Microsoft authenticator?

To set up the Microsoft Authenticator app
  1. Sign in to your work or school account and then go to your My Account portal.
  2. Select Security info in the left menu or by using the link in the Security info pane. ...
  3. On the Add a method page, select Authenticator app from the list, and then select Add.
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How do I reset my Microsoft authenticator app?

Go to Configuration → Self-Service → Multi-factor Authentication → MFA/TFA Settings. In the MFA for Reset/Unlock section, enter the number of authentication factors to be enforced, and select Microsoft Authenticator along with the other authentication techniques to be used. Click Save Settings.
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How do I recover my Google Authenticator key?

  1. Sign in to your Google Account with your password and your other second step.
  2. Follow the steps to remove the lost key from your account.
  3. Get a new security key. You may want to get an extra key you can keep in a safe place.
  4. Add the new key to your account.
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Can I have Google Authenticator on two devices?

You can set up Google Authenticator so that you can generate verification codes from more than one device. Make sure that you have Google Authenticator downloaded on all devices that you want to use.
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What happens to Google Authenticator if I get a new phone?

If you've got two Android phones, you can transfer your accounts to a new phone by exporting them via a QR code generated by the Authenticator app. Install Google Authenticator on your new phone. Tap “Get started.” Tap “Scan a QR code.” You'll get a grid and instructions to “Place QR code within red lines.”
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What do I do if I can't access my Authenticator app?

I've lost access to the Google Authenticator app, how can I login...
  1. Step One: Click 'Reset Google Authenticator' It is at this stage where you will realise that you are unable to enter your 2FA code and access your account. ...
  2. Step Two: Enter SMS code. ...
  3. Step Three: Upload selfie. ...
  4. Step Four: Wait for approval.
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Why is my Authenticator app not working?

A common fix for any problems with the authenticator app is to update your software. Ensure your device and all apps are up to date. For more support on the authentication app, you can view the authenticator app set-up video, or you can visit Microsoft's support pages.
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How do I reset my Authenticator email?

You will also have to do this process.
  1. Click the “Delete” Button beside the device you want to remove.
  2. After it removes, go to your authenticator app on your phone and remove the account as well.
  3. Click “Set Up Authenticator App” and follow the instructions.
  4. Hit Save, you will need to re-verify your authentication options.
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How do I set up Authenticator on my new iPhone?

Under the Authenticator app section, click CHANGE PHONE. Select iPhone, then click NEXT. In the Authenticator app on your ‌iPhone‌, tap the + icon, then select Scan barcode at the bottom of the screen. Using your ‌iPhone‌ camera, scan the barcode you see on Google's website.
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What is account and key in Google Authenticator?

What is the “Google Authenticator Key”? The key for Google Authenticator is the QR code or the 32-digit code provided in the 2-factor authentication settings of the online account you are trying to secure. This key can either be scanned or manually entered into the Authenticator app.
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How do I find my Google account key?

  1. On your Android phone or tablet, open a Google app or a compatible browser like Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Opera.
  2. Sign in to your Google Account if you haven't already.
  3. Your device will detect that your account has a security key. Follow the steps to pair your device and key.
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How do I resync Google Authenticator on my iPhone?

You will need to download the Google Authenticator App onto your device from the appropriate location: Play Store for Android devices. App Store for IOS devices.
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To make sure that you have the correct time:
  1. Go to the main menu on the Google Authenticator app.
  2. Select Settings.
  3. Select Time correction for codes.
  4. Select Sync now.
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Where is the Authenticator app on my iPhone?

On your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad, tap the App Store icon to go to the App Store. Search for Google Authenticator.
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  1. Tap Settings.
  2. Tap General.
  3. Tap Date & Time.
  4. Check that Set Automatically is switched on.
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