To configure 2FA (2-factor authentication) on Crypto.com, you must go to the settings, enable 2FA, and copy the authentication key.
After copying the authentication key, you need to paste it into the Google Authenticator app.
Finally, copy the code to the Google Authenticator app and paste it to the Crypto.com to enable 2FA.
Setting up 2-factor authentication on Crypto.com requires you to have an authenticator app.
This is because an authenticator app will allow you to get verification codes.
The most popular authenticator app is Google Authenticator.
Then, we will use Google Authenticator to enable 2FA.
Table of Contents:
1. Open the Crypto.com app and go to your settings
First, you need to open the Crypto.com app and log in to your account.
Once you are on Crypto.com, you need to go to your settings.
To do this, tap on the gear icon.
2. Tap “2-Factor Authentication”
After tapping on the gear icon, you will land on your settings.
In your settings, you will see more options.
This includes “Payment Currency”, “App Customization Settings”, “Passcode Settings” and more.
Scroll down until you reach the “Security” heading.
Under the “Security” heading, you will see a “2-factor authentication” option.
Tap “2-Factor Authentication” to start setting up 2FA.
3. Enable 2FA
After tapping on “2-Factor Authentication”, you will land on the 2-factor authentication settings.
Now you will see an option “Enable 2FA”.
Tap the switch to enable 2FA.
4. Copy the authentication key
After tapping the switch, you will land on the “Setting up 2-factor authentication (2FA)” page.
The page contains instructions on how to set up 2FA.
This includes installing Google Authenticator and copying the authentication key.
To get started, tap the duplicate icon to copy the authentication key.
You need the authentication key to add Crypto.com to Google Authenticator later.
5. Download Google Authenticator on App Store / Google Play Store
After copying the authentication key, you need to download Google Authenticator.
You can download Google Authenticator from the App Store and Google Play Store.
Then, open the Google Authenticator app.
6. Open Google Authenticator and tap the “+” icon
After opening Google Authenticator, you need to add Crypto.com.
This way, you will be able to get verification codes from Crypto.com on Google Authenticator.
To get started, tap the “+” icon to start adding a new account.
7. Tap “Enter a configuration key”
After tapping on the “+” icon, you will be given a couple of options.
This includes “Scan a QR code” and “Enter a configuration key”.
Tap “Enter a configuration key” to start adding Crypto.com using an authentication key.
8. Enter your account details
After tapping on “Enter a configuration key”, you will land on the “Enter account details” page.
The page contains a couple of fields including “Account” and “Key”.
First, enter “Crypto.com” in the “Account” field.
This will allow you to identify where your verification codes are coming from.
Secondly, paste the authentication key into the “Key” field.
You can get the authentication key in step #4.
Finally, tap “Add” to add Crypto.com to Google Authenticator.
9. Copy the verification code
After tapping “Add”, Crypto.com will be added to Google Authenticator.
You will now be able to receive Crypto.com verification codes on Google Authenticator.
First, you need to copy the verification code Crypto.com.
Tap the Crypto.com verification code to copy it.
10. Go back to Crypto.com and tap “Proceed to Verification”
After copying the Crypto.com verification code, you need to verify it on the Crypto.com.
First, go back to the Crypto.com app.
Once you’re on Crypto.com, tap on “Proceed to Verification.”
11. Paste the verification code and enable 2FA
After tapping “Proceed to Verification”, you will be prompted to enter a 6-digit verification code.
You need to copy this code from the Google Authenticator app (via step #9).
Paste the 6-digit verification code from Google Authenticator into the field.
Finally, tap on “Enable 2FA” to enable 2-factor authentication on Crypto.com.
12. 2FA is enabled correctly
After entering the 6-digit verification code from Google Authenticator and tapping “Enable 2FA”, 2FA will be enabled.
Now, you are required to complete the 2-factor authentication process every time you transact on Crypto.com.
This includes sending or withdrawing crypto/fiat.
You’ll also need to complete the process whenever you’re authorizing wallet addresses or managing bank accounts.
You can change these settings by going to Settings > 2-Factor Authentication.
You have successfully enabled 2FA on Crypto.com!
Conclusion
2FA is a security measure that prevents hackers from accessing your Crypto.com account.
Enabling 2FA on Crypto.com is required if you want to transact on the app.
If you’re having trouble enabling, you can contact Crypto.com support for help.
This can be done by tapping on the live chat icon on the app and starting a new conversation.
