Two Factor Authentication

Owned by Ben Horine
Last updated: Jul 01, 2024 by Nick Nendel
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What is Two Factor Authentication

Two Factor Authentication (2FA) is a security measure that requires the user to provide a second verification factor to gain access to the Cloudamize console. This is a core component of a strong identity and access management (or IAM policy). This helps to decrease the likelihood of a successful cyber attack.

What’s New

When you first open https://console.cloudamize.com/#/login, You will start by entering your User ID so that we can check if 2FA is setup prior to entering the rest of your credentials.

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If 2FA is disabled, and you click the Continue button, you will be prompted only to enter your password.

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When 2FA is enabled, you will be required to enter your password and the code from your authenticator app.

How to Set It Up

Log into the Cloudamize console and navigate to the Settings page. You will find the 2FA management in User Settings under Profile.

To enable 2FA you will need to click on the SETUP button.

You will see a QR code displayed that you can scan with an authenticator of your choice, as long as it supports time-based one-time passwords. Authenticator applications include Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, OneLogin Protect, etc.

Once you scan the code, your app should be connected to Cloudamize.

  1. Enter the code in the TOTP box

  2. Click the ENABLE button

2FA is now set up and you can start using this feature.


How to Use It

When 2FA is enabled, you will have to enter your password and the generated code from your Authenticator app to log in.

Enter your Login Email ID and click Continue.

Enter your password and generated code from your Authenticator app and click on Continue to log in.

That’s it!

How to Manage It

You can also disable this feature by simply going back to the User Settings​​ page and selecting the MANAGE button.

To Disable the 2FA

  1. Enter the code from your Authenticator app

  2. Click the DISABLE button

Once you click the DISABLE button, you will see a message that says Two Factor Authentication is Disabled.