Activate 2-Factor Authentication in cPanel

What is 2-factor authentication?

Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds a second layer of security to your cPanel login. In addition to your password, you will need a 6-digit code that changes every 30 seconds, generated on your phone. Without the phone, no one can log in even if they have your password.

Requirements

• Phone with the Google Authenticator app (iOS or Android)
• Or any compatible TOTP app: Authy, Microsoft Authenticator

Activate 2FA in cPanel

1. Log in to cPanel
2. Find the "Security" section
3. Click on "Two-Factor Authentication"
4. Click on "Set Up Two-Factor Authentication"
5. A QR code will be displayed on the screen
6. Open Google Authenticator on your phone
7. Tap the "+" button → "Scan a QR code"
8. Point the camera at the QR code on the screen
9. The app will generate a 6-digit code
10. Enter that code in the cPanel verification field
11. Click on "Set Up Two-Factor Authentication"