1.Download Authenticator App
2.Locate 2FA Settings
- Log into your Twitch account and click Profile -> Settings, from the drop-down menu.
3.Security and Privacy
- Go to Security and Privacy, next press on Set Up Two-Factor Authentication in the Security section.
4.Enable 2FA
- Click on Enable 2FA
5.Confirm your mobile number
- Enter your mobile number and click Continue.
6.Verify your mobile number
- Twitch will send you a 7 digit security code via SMS message. Enter that code into the verification field.
7.QR Code
- A pop-up window will appear for you to scan the QR Code with Authenticator App. Keep this window open as you reach for your phone. Note that anywhere (not just on Twitch) that prompts Authy also support Authenticator App by Rho Apps.
Note: Do not scan the demo image shown below.
8.Capture QR Code
- Open Authenticator and at the bottom of the screen, tap the plus button
9.Two-Factor Authentication Code
- After successfully scanning the QR Code, Authenticator will automatically choose the Twitch logo and autofill account name and secret key. Press on Save to confirm that all the details are correct.
10.Copy Code
- Copy the numerical code provided from Authenticator App by Rho Apps and confirm it on the Twitch website. Note that this code refreshes every 30 seconds.
11.Verify your code
- Enter the 6-digit verification code generated by Autehenticator by Rho Apps.
12.Done!
- You have successfully enabled two-factor authentication with Rho Apps Authenticator App for your Twitch account. Press Done and that’s all.
You’re all set! You’ve enabled Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for your Twitch account. To learn more, visit the Twitch support page. Stay safe!