

Disabling your authenticator app will re-enable SMS codes. Enabling an authenticator app will disable SMS code delivery.

If you're having trouble with Authy, try Google or Duo instead. Google Authenticator gives you a 6-digit number that the user must give when authenticating.

This two-step verification system allows you to sign in to your Google Account not only with your password, but by generating a verification code that you can get with this application. Sign in to your Coinbase account on your desktop browser (not mobile web browser) as your TOTP authenticator requires your mobile device to complete verification. When you sign in to the account, enter this code and youre done. Under the Other Options section, select the Select button in the Authenticator App box.įollow the prompts to complete your authenticator setup.įollow this important tip for a successful TOTP authenticator setup: Sign in to your Coinbase account (do this on your desktop web browser authenticator setup cannot be done via Coinbase mobile app) using your current email, password and 2-step verification method. How to enable Duo or Google authenticator on Coinbase When using Google Authenticator, the only way to generate 2-step verification codes is by physically accessing your Google Authenticator app. When using an authenticator for your 2-step verification codes, you'll still be protected even if your password is stolen and your phone number is ported, since these apps are tied to your mobile device, and not your phone number. TOTP Authenticators like Google or Duo provide an extra layer of security in addition to your password.
