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Two-factor authentication (MFA / 2FA) guide ​

Protect your agency accounts, connected ad accounts, and client metrics by enabling Time-based One-Time Password (TOTP) two-factor authentication.

Why MFA is essential for agencies ​

Agency accounts hold sensitive OAuth tokens with access to client ad budgets and proprietary analytics. Enforcing MFA prevents unauthorized access even if a team member's password is leaked or compromised.

How to enable 2FA ​

Step 1: Open account security settings ​

  1. Click your profile avatar at the bottom of the left sidebar.
  2. Select Account Settings.
  3. Scroll down to the Two-Factor Authentication (MFA) section.
  4. Click Enable 2FA.
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User Profile (Bottom Sidebar) → Account Settings → Two-Factor Authentication → Click "Enable 2FA"

Step 2: Scan the QR code ​

  1. Open your preferred authenticator app:
    • Google Authenticator (iOS / Android)
    • 1Password / Bitwarden / Apple Passwords
    • Authy / Microsoft Authenticator
  2. Scan the on-screen QR code (or manually copy the 32-character secret key).

Step 3: Enter verification code and save backup codes ​

  1. Enter the 6-digit verification code generated by your app.
  2. Click Verify & Activate.
  3. Download or copy emergency backup codes: Store these 10 one-time recovery codes in a secure password vault in case you ever lose access to your primary device.

Disabling or reconfiguring MFA ​

To migrate to a new smartphone:

  1. Open Account Settings → Two-Factor Authentication.
  2. Enter your current authenticator code to confirm identity.
  3. Click Re-Configure Authenticator App and scan the new QR code.

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