To set up 2FA (2-factor authentication) on Crypto.com, you need to go to your settings, enable 2FA, and copy the authentication key.
After you’ve copied the authentication key, you need to paste it on the Google Authenticator app.
Lastly, copy the code on the Google Authenticator app and paste it on 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.
Hence, we’ll use Google Authenticator to enable 2FA.
Here’s how to set up 2FA on Crypto.com:
- Open the Crypto.com app and go to your settings
- Tap on “2-Factor Authentication”
- Enable 2FA
- Copy the authentication key
- Download Google Authenticator on the App Store/Google Play Store
- Open Google Authenticator and tap on the “+” icon
- Tap on “Enter a setup key”
- Enter the account details
- Copy the verification code
- Go back to Crypto.com and tap on “Proceed to Verify”
- Paste the verification code and enable 2FA
- 2FA is enabled successfully
1. Open the Crypto.com app and go to your settings
Firstly, you need to open the Crypto.com app and log in to your account.
Once you’re on Crypto.com, you need to go to your settings.
To do so, tap on the gear icon.
2. Tap on “2-Factor Authentication”
After you’ve tapped on the gear icon, you’ll land on your settings.
On your settings, you’ll see multiple options.
This includes “Payment Currency”, “App Customization Settings”, “Passcode Settings”, and more.
Scroll down until you reach the “Security” header.
Under the “Security” header, you’ll see a “2-Factor Authentication” option.
Tap on “2-Factor Authentication” to start setting up 2FA.
3. Enable 2FA
After you’ve tapped on “2-Factor Authentication”, you’ll land on your 2-Factor Authentication settings.
Now, you’ll see an “Enable 2FA” option.
Tap on the switch to enable 2FA.
4. Copy the authentication key
After you’ve tapped on the switch, you’ll 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 begin with, tap on the duplicate icon to copy the authentication key.
You need the authentication key to add Crypto.com on Google Authenticator later on.
5. Download Google Authenticator on the App Store/Google Play Store
After you’ve copied the Authentication key, you need to download Google Authenticator.
You can download Google Authenticator on the App Store and Google Play Store.
Then, open the Google Authenticator app.
6. Open Google Authenticator and tap on the “+” icon
After you’ve opened Google Authenticator, you need to add Crypto.com.
By doing so, you’ll be able to get verification codes from Crypto.com on Google Authenticator.
To begin with, tap on the “+” icon to start adding a new account.
7. Tap on “Enter a setup key”
After you’ve tapped on the “+” icon, you’ll be given a couple of options.
This includes “Scan a QR code” and “Enter a setup key”.
Tap on “Enter a setup key” to start adding Crypto.com using an authentication key.
8. Enter the account details
After you’ve tapped on “Enter a setup key”, you’ll land on the “Enter account details” page.
The page contains a couple of fields including “Account” and “Key”.
Firstly, 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 in the “Key” field.
You can get the authentication key in step #4.
Lastly, tap on “Add” to add Crypto.com to Google Authenticator.
9. Copy the verification code
After you’ve tapped on “Add”, Crypto.com will be added to Google Authenticator.
Now, you’ll be able to receive Crypto.com verification codes on Google Authenticator.
Firstly, you need to copy the Crypto.com verification code.
Tap on the Crypto.com verification code to copy it.
10. Go back to Crypto.com and tap on “Proceed to Verify”
After you’ve copied the Crypto.com verification code, you need to verify it on Crypto.com.
Firstly, go back to the Crypto.com app.
Once you’re on Crypto.com, tap on “Proceed to Verify”.
11. Paste the verification code and enable 2FA
After you’ve tapped on “Proceed to Verify”, you’ll 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 on the field.
Lastly, tap on “Enable 2FA” to enable 2-factor authentication on Crypto.com.
12. 2FA is enabled successfully
After you’ve entered the 6-digit verification code from Google Authenticator and tapped on “Enable 2FA”, 2FA will be enabled.
Now, you’re required to complete the 2-factor authentication process whenever you’re making transactions on Crypto.com.
This includes sending or withdrawing crypto/fiat.
You’ll also need to complete the process whenever you’re whitelisting wallet addresses or managing bank accounts.
You can change these settings by navigating to Settings > 2-Factor Authentication.
You’ve successfully enabled 2FA on Crypto.com!
Conclusion
2FA is a security measure that prevents hackers from gaining access to your Crypto.com account.
Enabling 2FA on Crypto.com is mandatory if you want to make transactions on the app.
If you’re having trouble with enabling it, 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.
