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Authenticator App for Coursera

A step-by-step guide to activate 2FA in your Coursera account.

To enable Two-Factor Authentication for your Coursera account, follow these steps:

  • Begin by downloading the Authenticator App on your device. You can find it in your Apple device's App Store. Alternatively, you can scan the QR code provided or click on the "Download on the App Store" button below.
  • Download the Authenticator App from the App Store
    Scan QR code to download the Authenticator App

    Scan to download the app

  • Once the Authenticator App is installed, open it on your device.
  • In the Coursera account settings, locate the Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) or 2-Step Verification option.
  • Choose the option to set up 2FA and select the Authenticator App as your preferred method.
  • Scan the QR code displayed on your Coursera account using the Authenticator App. This step will link the app to your Coursera account.
  • The Authenticator App will generate a time-based one-time password (TOTP) for your Coursera account. Enter this code into the designated field on the Coursera website to verify the setup.
  • Once the verification is successful, Two-Factor Authentication will be enabled for your Coursera account.
  • From this point onward, whenever you log in to your Coursera account, you'll need to enter both your password and the temporary code generated by the Authenticator App to enhance the security of your account.

    Download the Authenticator App from the App Store
    Scan QR code to download the Authenticator App

    Scan to download the app

    Why you should use 2FA for Coursera?

    Coursera is a popular online learning platform that offers a wide range of courses from top universities and institutions around the world. With so much valuable information stored on your Coursera account, it's important to take steps to protect it from unauthorized access. That's where 2-factor authentication comes in.
     
    
     Enabling 2-factor authentication on your Coursera account adds an extra layer of security to your login process. Instead of just entering your username and password, you'll also need to enter a unique code that's sent to your phone or generated by an app. This means that even if someone manages to steal your login credentials, they won't be able to access your account without also having access to your phone.
     
    
     At Authenticator, we offer a simple and secure way to store your 2FA codes for Coursera and other platforms. Our app uses end-to-end encryption to keep your codes safe, and we never store any of your personal information on our servers.
     
    
     To further enhance your security and privacy on Coursera, we recommend using a strong, unique password and enabling 2-factor authentication on any other accounts that are linked to your Coursera account. This will help prevent hackers from gaining access to your personal information and sensitive data.
     
    
     In today's digital age, it's more important than ever to take steps to protect your online accounts. Enabling 2-factor authentication on your Coursera account is a simple and effective way to do just that.

    Service NameCoursera

    Websitecoursera.org

    How to set up 2FA for CourseraDocumentation not found

    How to recover your Coursera accountIf you have lost access to your two-factor authentication (2FA) code generator, please get in touch with the recover support team for assistance.

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