2FA methods supported by Nintendo Account
Adding two-factor authentication is one of the most effective ways to protect your Nintendo Account account. With TOTP support, you can generate Nintendo Account verification codes directly in the Authenticator App.
Authenticator app (TOTP)
Nintendo Account lets you use time-based one-time passwords, so you can generate verification codes in an authenticator app on your device — no network or SMS needed.
2FA not available for child accounts (users 12 years of age or younger) or supervised accounts (users 13 years of age or older attached to a parent account).
Nintendo Account 2FA — Frequently asked questions
Does Nintendo Account support an authenticator app?
Yes. Nintendo Account supports time-based one-time passwords (TOTP), so you can add it to the Authenticator App and generate verification codes right on your device.
Which two-factor authentication methods does Nintendo Account support?
Nintendo Account currently supports: Authenticator app (TOTP).
Is it free to generate Nintendo Account codes with the Authenticator App?
Yes. The Authenticator App is free to download, and generating Nintendo Account verification codes does not require an account or sign-up.
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