🔒 What Is 2FA?
Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) adds a second verification step when logging into your account.
After entering your password, you’ll also need:
a temporary 6-digit code
generated by your authenticator app
Even if someone knows your password, they cannot access your account without your 2FA code.
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🪜 How To Enable 2FA
1️⃣ Log Into Your Account
Sign into your 1Bitcoin.ca account and open:
Settings
Security
2️⃣ Enable 2FA
Click:
Enable 2FA
A QR code and backup key will appear on your screen.
3️⃣ Open an Authenticator App
Use an authenticator app such as:
Google Authenticator
Authy
1Password
Scan the QR code using the app.
4️⃣ Enter the Verification Code
Your authenticator app will generate:
a 6-digit code
Enter the code into your 1Bitcoin.ca account to complete setup.
Once enabled:
2FA will be required during login
✅ Why 2FA Is Important
2FA helps:
protect your account from unauthorized access
reduce the risk of stolen passwords
secure your account even if login credentials are exposed
Setup usually takes:
less than 2 minutes
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📌 Important Backup Tip
When enabling 2FA:
save your backup key securely
store it offline if possible
⚠️ If you lose access to your phone and backup key, additional account verification may be required to recover access.
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💬 Need Help With 2FA?
If you need assistance:
request a live agent through the support chat
or email [email protected]