- Google Authenticator The Google Authenticator is an implementation of the Two Factor Authentication (2FA). 2FA is a means of making account logins more secure. In addition to username and password, it requires a Time-based One-time code that can only be generated by the legitimate owner by means of a hardware device.
This feature is available through menu System > Login Protection To enable this option, you should first download the Google Authenticator app on your iOS or Android smartphone. When the app is installed, you should initialize it by scanning the QR code displayed in this page. After that, the Google Authenticator app will start generating numbers.
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The QR code is unique to your Protector, therefore you can only use it to login to your Protector unit. |
To proceed, you need to do the Code Verification: type the number displayed on your smartphone in the entry field on this page. If you see the green check mark next to the code, it means that the code has been accepted.
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This step is necessary to enable the 2FA, since it cannot be enabled if the code generator is not in your hands or hasn’t been correctly initialized. |
If the Code Verification is unsuccessful or hasn’t been performed, the Google Authenticator option remains disabled and a warning message will invite you to complete it. At the end, the Google Authenticator login option can be enabled. When the option is enabled, the Protector login page will require an additional field, the Google Authenticator Code, that can be read on your smartphone. If you omit this code or if the code incorrect, the login is denied. When you want to disable the Google Authentication, you need to do the Code Verification as well.
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When this option is enabled, to access the SecPoint® Protector you will always need to have your smartphone with you. In case of access problems, you should contact the SecPoint® Support. |
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