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Two-factor Authentication in Papyrs

Today we introduced two-factor authentication which you can enable for extra security. With two-factor authentication two different things (factors) are required to log in: something you know (your password) and something you have (your phone).

So when two-factor authentication is enabled you can no longer log in just by entering your password, you will also need to enter a time-based security code from your phone.

Apps
Our implementation is compatible with OTP apps such as:

  • Google Authenticator for iOS,
  • Google Authenticator for Android, and
  • Microsoft Authenticator for Windows Phone

Papyrs uses Time based One Time Password (TOTP).

Enabling two-factor authentication

1. Go to Settings > General. Then Select “Enable two-factor authentication”.

Two-Factor Authentication in Settings

2. Enter your password and scan the QR code in your OTP smartphone App.

Two-Factor Authentication Scan QR code

3. Enter your OTP security code from your smartphone app.

Two-Factor Enabled

4. Success! Two-factor authentication is now enabled.

That’s it for this update. More coming soon!