How to Setup MFA

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds an extra layer of security to your c/side account. Follow these steps to enable it:

Supported MFA Methods

c/side supports two types of MFA:

  • Authenticator Apps: Compatible with Authy, Google Authenticator, 1Password and other TOTP apps
  • Hardware Security Keys: Support for Yubikeys and other FIDO2 security keys

Setup Instructions

1. Access MFA Settings

  1. Click your name at the bottom right whilst in the dashboard
  2. Go to Account Settings
  3. Click on the "Security" tab
  4. Scroll to the "Multi-factor Authentication" section

MFA options in c/side

2. Choose Your MFA Method

Using an Authenticator App

Follow the prompts to scan the QR code with your authenticator app:

Authenticator App in c/side

Scan the QR code with your authenticator app and enter the code it generates.

Using a Hardware Security Key

Connect your security key and follow the browser prompts:

Hardware Token in c/side

3. Complete Setup

Enter your account password to confirm the changes. Your MFA setup is now complete!

MFA setup complete

Best Practices

We recommend setting up both an authenticator app and a hardware security key as backup methods. This provides redundancy in case you lose access to one method.

You can add multiple MFA methods to your account at any time through the Security settings.

Backup Codes

You can generate backup codes in the dashboard by clicking "Generate Backup Codes". These one-time use codes allow you to regain access to your account if you lose access to your primary MFA methods. Store these codes securely.

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