cPanel allows you to configure two-factor authentication (2FA), an improved security measure for the login interface. Two-factor authentication requires two forms of identification.




Enabling Two-Factor Aunthentication


  1. Log in to cPanel.
    • If you are using the Jupiter theme, on the Tools page, in the Security section, click Two-Factor Authentication:

      cPanel - Security - Two-Factor Authentication icon

    • If you are using the Paper Lantern theme, in the SECURITY section of the cPanel home page, click Two-Factor Authentication:

      cPanel - Security - Two-Factor Authentication icon

  2. Click Set Up Two-Factor Authentication:

    Setup 2FA

  3. Under Step 1, use your preferred two-factor authentication application (for example, DuoMobile) to scan the QR code. If you do not have a QR code reader, you can manually configure two-factor authentication within your app by entering the information provided under Don’t have a QR code reader?.

    QR screen

  4. Under Step 2, in the Security Code text box, type the security code you see in the 2FA app.

    You must type the security code within 30 seconds. After time expires, the app generates a new six-digit code.

  5. Click Configure Two-Factor Authentication. cPanel enables 2FA for your account.