How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of security to your account by requiring a second verification step after your password. This guide walks you through enabling 2FA using a mobile authenticator app (such as Google Authenticator, Authy, Microsoft Authenticator or password managers e.g 1Password).

Using an Authenticator App

📱 Step 1: Download an Authenticator App

Download and install an authenticator app on your smartphone if you haven’t already:

Google Authenticator – Android | iOS
Authy – Android | iOS
Microsoft Authenticator – Android | iOS
1password - Android | iOS

👤 Step 2: Sign in to Your Account

Log in to your Stan store.
Go to Settings and click on the Security tab.
Toggle Two-Step Verification.

🔧 Step 3: Start the 2FA Setup

Choose the option to use Code from authenticator.
A QR code will appear on the screen.
Enter a name you would like to use to remember which authenticator app you will use to scan this code. This will help you remember where you need to get a code from in the future!

📷 Step 4a: Scan the QR Code

⚠️ These steps may vary based on the app you downloaded/installed. The following steps are generalized.

Open your authenticator app on your phone.
Tap the + or Add Account button.
Select Scan a QR code.
Use your phone’s camera to scan the QR code displayed on the website.

🚫📷 Step 4b: I can’t scan the code

Click on Can’t scan code? A new modal appears.
Enter a name you would like to use to remember which authenticator app where you will enter the setup key. This will help you remember where you need to get a code from in the future!

⚠️ These steps may vary based on the app you downloaded/installed. The following steps are generalized.

Open your authenticator app on your phone.
Tap the + or Add Account button.
Select Enter a setup key.
Type or Paste in the setup key into the authenticator app.

🔢 Step 5: Enter the Verification Code

After scanning or entering the setup key, your authenticator app will generate a 6-digit code.
Click Continue on the modal and enter the code from your authenticator app as prompted.
Click Continue.

✅ Step 6: Save Your Backup Codes (Optional but Recommended)

We’ll provide a backup code in case you lose access to your authenticator app. Download, copy, or print these and store them somewhere safe.

After saving the code, click I’ve saved them

🎉 You're All Set!

Your account is now protected with Two-Factor Authentication. The next time you log in, you’ll be prompted to enter a code from your authenticator app after entering your password.

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