How to activate two-factor authentication in Scrive new
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is an electronic authentication method in which a user is granted access only after successfully presenting two pieces of evidence to an authentication. This is a good option if you want to add an extra layer of security to your Scrive login. In this case you can either choose Two-factor authentication and verify on you phone, or you can do it directly on your device with the Web two-factor authentication.
Two-factor authentication: With 2FA you use an app which provides you with a 6-digit code. There is a time limit for the code, if the time is running out or turning red, we advise you to wait for a new code. For each login, you must enter this 6-digit code.
Web two-factor authentication: With Web 2FA, you login with a USB security key or directly on your device with password or touch ID.
This article contains the following sections:
Two-factor authentication (2FA):
- Download Microsoft Authenticator or Google Authenticator on your phone. (Android and IOS).
- Login to your Scrive New account.
- Click on Account in the menu bar.
- Click Set up under two-factor authentication settings (see picture).
- Click on Enable for two-factor authentication (see picture).
- Start the chosen authentication app and scan the QR code on-screen.
- You will be given a 6 digit code to enter for authentication. There is a time limit for the code, if the time is running out or turning red, you may want to wait for it to change.
- When done the status will go from Not active to Active.
Web two-factor authentication (Web 2FA):
- Login to your Scrive New account.
- Click on Account in the menu bar.
- Click Set up under two-factor authentication settings (see picture).
- Click on Enable for web two-factor authentication (see picture).
- You can either verify with USB security key or verify on your device (see picture).
- If you want to verify with an USB security key, you will need to insert you security key.
- If you want to verify on your device, you will need to enter your Password or Touch ID.
- When done the status will go from Not active to Active.