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