2FA methods supported by Wikipedia
Adding two-factor authentication is one of the most effective ways to protect your Wikipedia account. With TOTP support, you can generate Wikipedia verification codes directly in the Authenticator App.
Authenticator app (TOTP)
Wikipedia 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.
Security key (U2F)
Wikipedia works with hardware security keys using the U2F/FIDO standard.
Currently limited to administrators (and users with admin-like permissions like interface editors), bureaucrats, checkusers, oversighters, stewards, edit filter managers and the OATH-testers global group.
Wikipedia 2FA — Frequently asked questions
Does Wikipedia support an authenticator app?
Yes. Wikipedia 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 Wikipedia support?
Wikipedia currently supports: Authenticator app (TOTP), Security key (U2F).
Is it free to generate Wikipedia codes with the Authenticator App?
Yes. The Authenticator App is free to download, and generating Wikipedia verification codes does not require an account or sign-up.
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