Configuring Two-factor Authentication
Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds an extra level of security when logging in to Acunetix. Individual users can enable 2FA for their Acunetix account through their profile settings. System Administrators can also set a policy for all users to enable 2FA.
This article explains how to enable 2FA through the user profile settings. For information about how System Administrators can require 2FA for all users, refer to Managing account and access settings.
Prerequisites
Install a two-factor authentication app on your phone. Google Authenticator is a popular choice. You can download it from Google Play or the App Store.
How to configure 2FA for your account
- Log in to Acunetix.
- Click [Your Name] in the top left corner of the page, then select Profile from the drop-down menu.
- Scroll down to the Security section and click Yes on the Enable two-factor authentication toggle.
- Enter your Acunetix password, then click Next.
- Launch your 2FA Authentication app on your phone and use it to scan the QR Code displayed. Once the code is scanned, the mobile authenticator app displays codes for your Acunetix 2FA account.
- Enter two consecutive codes generated by your authentication app.
- Select Enable two-factor.
Two-factor authentication is now enabled for your Acunetix account. From now on, you will need to enter a code from your 2FA app every time you log in to Acunetix.
How to disable 2FA for your account
- Log in to Acunetix.
- Click [Your Name] in the top left corner of the page, then select Profile from the drop-down menu.
- Scroll down to the Security section and click No on the Enable two-factor authentication toggle.
- Enter your Acunetix password, then click Disable 2FA.
Two-factor authentication is now disabled for your Acunetix account.