Other Authentication Apps (e.g. Google Authenticator)
Other authentication apps include “Google Authenticator” and “Authy.” Below is the procedure for “Google Authenticator”.
- (On a smartphone or tablet) Download and install “Google Authenticator” from Google Play for Android devices or from the App Store for iOS devices.
- (On a PC) Click “I want to use a different authenticator app."
- Click “Next."
- The QR code will be displayed.
- (On a smartphone or tablet) Open the “Google Authenticator” installed on your smartphone or another device.
- Tap “BEGIN SETUP,” then tap “Scan barcode”. If you are asked for camera access, allow it.
- When the “Scan Barcode” screen appears, scan the QR Code shown in Step 4. on your PC’s browser.
- Your account will be registered and a 6-digit one-time password will be displayed.
- (On a PC) Click “Next”.
- Enter the 6-digit one-time password displayed in Step 8. in the “Enter Code” field, and then click “Next."
- “Authenticator app” will be registered in the security information list.