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Firefox 2FA setup guide for secure browsing accounts

How to Enable Two-Factor Authentication for Firefox

To enhance the security of your Firefox account, enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is a must. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up 2FA using the Authenticator App.

Step By Step Guide

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STEP 01

Download and Install Authenticator App

For iOS: Visit the App Store and search for "Authenticator App" Download and install the app.

For Android: Head to the Google Play Store, search for "Authenticator App" and install it.

Download App

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STEP 02

Log in to your Firefox account

Log in to your Firefox account.

Firefox 2FA setup guide for secure browsing accounts

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STEP 03

Locate 2FA settings

Click on the menu button at the top right corner and click Firefox Accounts.

Firefox 2FA setup guide for secure browsing accounts

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STEP 04

Next Page

Click Manage Account. The Firefox Accounts Settings page will open. Under Security, click the Add button next to Two-step authentication.

Firefox 2FA setup guide for secure browsing accounts

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STEP 05

Set up Two-Factor Authentication

Enter your Firefox Account password and click Continue.

  • It will show the QR Code containing the secret key you need to scan with the Authenticator App. Keep this page open as you reach for your device.

Firefox 2FA setup guide for secure browsing accounts

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STEP 06

Capture QR Code

Open the Authenticator App, tap the plus (+) button, and hold your device up to the computer screen to scan the QR Code.

You can manually enter the 2FA key into your authenticator app.

Firefox 2FA setup guide for secure browsing accounts

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STEP 07

Two-Factor Authentication Code (2FA)

After successfully scanning the QR Code, the Authenticator App will automatically choose the Firefox logo and autofill the account name and secret key.

Click Save when ready.

Firefox 2FA setup guide for secure browsing accounts

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STEP 08

Verify the 2-factor authentication code

Once your Firefox account has been successfully added to the Authenticator App, enter the 6-digit code on the Firefox website and click Verify.

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STEP 09

2-factor authentication enabled

Now your Firefox is protected with an extra layer of security, ensuring no one, even if knowing your password, can access it.

Press Done and that’s all.

Firefox 2FA setup guide for secure browsing accounts

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