Two-factor authentication (2FA), often referred to as two-step verification or multi-factor authentication, is a security process in which users provide two forms of authentication in order to verify their identity and log into an account. In contrast, single-factor authentication is a security process in which the user provides only one form of identification, such as a password. Two-factor authentication provides an additional layer of security that makes it harder for attackers to gain access to your account because knowing the password alone is not enough to pass the authentication check.

For your security, Tungsten AP Essentials supports two-factor authentication by utilizing mobile devices to provide an additional layer of authentication. You must set up your Tungsten AP Essentials account to use 2FA with a third-party app on your mobile device. You can use 2FA apps such as:

• Authy (Android or iOS)
• Duo Mobile (Android or iOS)
• Google Authenticator (Android or iOS)
• LastPass Authenticator (Android or iOS)
• Microsoft Authenticator (Windows Phone, Android or iOS)

After you set up 2FA on your Tungsten AP Essentials account, you must provide your password and an authentication code from the 2FA app on your mobile device in order to log in to Tungsten AP Essentials.