How do I enable 2FA authentication on my account?

What is 2FA?

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is a security measure that requires two different forms of identification to access a system or account. It adds an extra layer of protection beyond just a password, making it harder for unauthorized users to gain access.

How do I enable 2FA in Transistor?

Before you begin you'll need to install a 2FA authentication app like Authy, Duo or Google Authenticator on your mobile device

Login to your Transistor account and go to your Account page: https://dashboard.transistor.fm/account
You will see a section titled Two-step Authentication
Click the blue link, Enable 2FA on my account

Enabling 2FA on your account page

You will be prompted to enter your current password
You'll then see a QR code appear, you'll need to scan this with your 2FA authentication app like Authy, Duo or Google Authenticator

Example 2FA setup page, QR code hidden

Your 2FA authentication app will provide you with a 6 digit code to enter into Transistor
Click the green Continue button and the setup is complete

Remember: Safely store some backup or recovery codes for your 2FA credentials in case you lose your mobile device.

Advanced Security Information: How does Transistor generate the 2FA codes?

We understand that our customers may need more security information relating to how we generate 2FA codes.

Our security information is available here: https://transistor.fm/security/

We do not use any third party applications for generating or creating 2FA authentication codes.

The Transistor web application uses this Ruby gem for 2FA code generation: https://github.com/heapsource/active_model_otp

Updated on: 11/06/2025

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