Using an Authenticator App
Using an Authenticator App
An authenticator app adds an extra security step when signing in.
After entering your e-mail address and password, you enter a six-digit code from an authenticator app on your phone.
Before you start
You need your Marlinspike login details.
You also need an authenticator app, such as 1Password, Google Authenticator or Microsoft Authenticator.
Setting up the authenticator app
Click Your profile.
Open the security section.
Choose Authenticator app as your sign-in method.
Click the setup button.
Scan the QR code with your authenticator app.
Enter the six-digit code shown in the app.
Finish the setup.
Backup codes
After setup, Marlinspike can show backup codes.
Save these codes somewhere safe.
A backup code can help you sign in if you lose access to your phone.
Signing in
Enter your e-mail address and password.
Open your authenticator app.
Enter the six-digit code.
Click Sign in.