Setting Up Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) using WordFence
1. Install an Authenticator App
If you don’t already have one, install an authenticator app on your phone or tablet. Popular options include:
- Google Authenticator
- Microsoft Authenticator
- 1Password (mobile and desktop versions)
2. Log in to WordPress
Sign in to your WordPress account, then go to: yourdomain.com/wp-admin/admin.php?page=WFLS (Replace yourdomain.com with your own website address.)
3. Add a New Account in Your Authenticator App
Open your authenticator app and add a new entry (look for a + sign or QR code icon).
Scan the QR code on the “Login Security” page.
If you are setting this up on the same device, use the manual setup option in the app by copying and pasting the letters/numbers shown below the QR code.
4. Download Recovery Codes
In the “Download recovery codes” section, click Download.
Save or print these codes and keep them in a safe place. They can be used if you lose access to your device.
5. Verify & Activate
Enter the six-digit code displayed in your authenticator app.
Codes refresh every 30 seconds—if one expires, just use the next code.
Click Activate.
Logging In to your WordPress website with Two-Factor Authentication
- Enter your username and password, then click Log In.
- When prompted, enter the 2FA code from your authenticator app.
- If you use 2FA on multiple sites, make sure to select the correct one.
- Click Log In again to complete the process.
