Configuring Two-factor Authentication

You can enable Two-factor Authentication (2FA) for your account.

Two Factor Authentication adds an extra level of security when logging in to Acunetix. You can go to your profile settings and enable 2FA. The admin can also enforce all users to enable 2FA.

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.

Configuring 2FA for your account

How to configure 2FA for your account
  1. Log in to Acunetix.
  2. From the main dashboard, select [Your Name] (top right of the page).
  3. Select Profile.
  4. Scroll down to Two Factor Authentication.
  5. Select Enable Two Factor Authentication.
  6. Enter your password, then select Submit.

  1. 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.

  1. Enter 2 consecutive codes generated by the app.
  2. Select Enable.

When enabled, you need to enter 2FA when you want to log in to Acunetix.

How to disable 2FA for your account
  1. Log in to Acunetix.
  2. Select [Your name] > Profile.
  3. Scroll down to Two Factor Authentication.
  4. Select Disable Two Factor Authentication.
  5. Enter your password, then select Submit.

When you submit your password, Acunetix disables the 2FA for your account.

Configuring 2FA for all users

How to configure 2FA for all users
  1. Log in to Acunetix.
  2. From the main menu, select Users > Account Settings.
  3. Select Enable Two-factor Authentication for all users.
  4. Select Save.

When you enable this option, each user is requested to configure 2FA for their account at the next login. For further information about configuring 2FA, see How to configure 2FA for your account.


 
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