Two-Factor Authentication

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) requires users to enter a security code to log in to a portal.

Users can choose to receive Two-Factor Authentication security codes sent to them through FortiToken, SMS, email, or a third-party authenticator each time they log in. Email authentication is enabled as the default method for new accounts. However, FortiToken is the recommended method of authentication for greater security.

FortiToken Two-Factor Authentication is enforced for all email account users if it has been selected at the Organization or Account level that the email account belongs to.

This section contains the following topics:

• Enabling Two-Factor Authentication

• Logging in with Two-Factor Authentication for the first time

• Switching Two-Factor Authentication methods

• Resetting tokens for Two-Factor Authentication

  For information on transferring tokens from one mobile device to another for Two-Factor Authentication, see the FortiToken Frequently Asked Questions guide.