What is two-factor authentication (2FA)?
Last updated: 12 August 2026
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When logging into your etoro account, you’ll need to go through two-factor authentication (2FA). This means that we verify your identity not only via your password, but also via a second authentication method.
How does 2FA work?
Once 2FA is activated on your account, you’ll need to pass the additional security step whenever you log in from a different device or browser.
After entering your username and password, you’ll receive a verification code on your trusted mobile device in one of these three ways:
- Push notification
- Text message (SMS)
- Phone call
Once you enter the correct code on the device or browser you’re logging in from, you’ll be able to access your account.
What is the benefit of 2FA?
2FA provides significant extra protection over just password authentication. Since you need two steps to enter your account, it prevents it from being accessed by someone who is not the account holder.
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