2FA methods supported by GOV.UK
Adding two-factor authentication is one of the most effective ways to protect your GOV.UK account. With TOTP support, you can generate GOV.UK verification codes directly in the Authenticator App.
SMS
GOV.UK can send a one-time verification code to your phone via text message.
Authenticator app (TOTP)
GOV.UK 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.
GOV.UK 2FA — Frequently asked questions
Does GOV.UK support an authenticator app?
Yes. GOV.UK 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 GOV.UK support?
GOV.UK currently supports: SMS, Authenticator app (TOTP).
Is it free to generate GOV.UK codes with the Authenticator App?
Yes. The Authenticator App is free to download, and generating GOV.UK verification codes does not require an account or sign-up.
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