Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)¶

As of the second half of 2022, various web services using the ETH Account will need multi-factor authentication (MFA).

Set-up instructions¶

The set-up instructions are explained in the official documentation.

Alternative software¶

You may freely choose to use alternative software packages without the need for MFA, which are either more secure or do not need (MFA) authentication:

• MS Teams: Matrix/Element Chat, Jitsi
• Zoom: Matrix/Element Chat, Jitsi
• Microsoft 365: LibreOffice
• Adobe Creative Suite: alternatives
• Google Workspace: ETH Polybox

Alternative authenticator apps¶

In addition to the authenticator apps recommended by ETH, the following open-source alternatives can be used:

• Windows, Linux, macOS: KeePassXC
• Android: Aegis, KeePassDX
• CLI: totp-cli

TL'DR instructions¶

The MFA registration page will show the secret as qr-code and plain-text.

Add the secret to your authenticator or password manager:

• Aegis: Add (+) > Scan QR code
• KeePassXC: Right-click entry > TOTP > Set up TOTP, paste. Copy: Ctrl-T
• KeePassDX: Open entry, Edit, Set up TOTP (clock+passwd icon) > paste (wiki)