Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is an extra security layer of security to your NordLocker account. This guide will explain how to enable MFA using authenticator applications or security keys.
Please note, that MFA will be enabled on your Nord Account. This means that you will be asked to authenticate yourself with an extra step whenever you try to log in to your Nord Account and access these Nord products: NordLocker, NordVPN, and NordPass. You will not be asked for the MFA code if you are already logged in to your Nord Account on the device.
Authenticator app
- Log into your Nord Account and choose Account settings.
- Open Multi-factor authentication (MFA) tab and select Manage MFA.
- Enter the verification code to verify your email.
- You will get redirected back to Account settings. Select Set up next to Authenticator app.
- That will generate your QR code and key. Open your mobile authentication application (Duo Mobile, Authy, etc.) and either scan the QR code or enter the key there. When your account is saved in the authenticator application, go back to the Nord Account website and select Continue.
- Enter the MFA code that was generated in your mobile authentication application.
- MFA is enabled for your Nord Account. Make sure to save your backup codes that can be used if you cannot access the authenticator application.
Security key
- Log into your Nord Account and choose Account settings.
- Open Multi-factor authentication (MFA) tab and select Manage MFA.
- Enter the verification code to verify your email.
- You will get redirected back to Account settings. Select Set up next to Security key.
- Finish by registering the security key and completing the steps provided in the window.
- After the setting is enabled you will be asked for a physical security key in order to access the Nord Account.