How do I link an authenticator app?

Published on Aug 29, 2023Updated on Nov 14, 20242 min read11,456

Make your account more secure by linking an authenticator app. You can link to any authenticator app you preferred.

Note: you can turn off or change your authenticator app anytime you like. However, to secure your assets, you won't be able to withdraw any funds within 24 hours after changing your authenticator app.

On the app

  1. Open the OKX app, go to User menu > Profile and settings > Security > Authentication methods > Authenticator app

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    Find Security center in Profile and settings

  2. In the User center, select Authenticator app to start your set up

  3. Select Continue to proceed (Select Google Authenticator) if you haven't downloaded an authenticator app yet)

  4. Follow the instructions to set up, remember to save your setup key

  5. Complete the 2FA verification. You'll receive an email/SMS confirmation upon changing your authenticator app successfully

On the web

  1. Log in to your account at okx.com and go to the Security center (Profile icon > Security)

    Open security center in OKX non-CR web

    Opening Security page

  2. Find Authenticator app in the Security center and select Set up

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    Find the authenticator app in the Security center

  3. Open your existing authenticator app or download and install one if needed. After opening or installing the app, click Next

  4. Scan the QR code or manually enter the Setup key to generate a 6-digit verification code for security verification. Once verified, your authenticator app will be successfully linked

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    Link authenticator app page