How do I enable two-factor authentication (TFA) on my account?

In April 2026, we introduced an account security update that enforces two-factor authentication (2FA) for users who have enabled it.

With this update:

• 2FA is now required at every login
• Security checks are stronger for new devices and networks
• A “Remember this device for 30 days” option is available to reduce repeated prompts on trusted devices

Cause:

Unity has taken steps to improve the security of our users' accounts by implementing two-factor authentication, also referred to as multi-factor authentication (MFA), TFA, and 2FA. 

Two-factor authentication offers an additional layer of security against unauthorized account access. It does this by using your preferred authenticator app to log into your account.

Resolution:

Please note that, starting September 1, 2026, 2FA can only be set up using an authenticator app.

We’ve made this change to provide a more convenient and secure way to protect your Unity account. If you need to set up 2FA again in the future, you’ll need to use an authenticator app.

1. Sign in to your Unity ID. If you signed in to the Unity Cloud, click Account.

2. Select Security from the left of the screen.

3. Click "Configure two fator authentication"
   

4. Click the Start setup button.
   

5. Enter your Unity ID password again (if prompted).

6. Select an Authenticator App.

7. Click Next.

How to Launch an Authenticator App

1. Launch your chosen authenticator app and scan the QR code on the screen.

   • Authenticator apps generate random codes that you can use to sign in. They do not have access to your Unity password or account information.
   • To download:
     1. Go to your phone's App store.
     2. Search for "Authenticator App".
     3. Download an app.(E.g. AWS Virtual MFA, Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator)

2. Enter the code generated on your device into the text field.

3. Click Verify.
   

4. Download your recovery codes and click Done to complete the process.
   
    

To generate your recovery codes:

1. Select Recovery Codes (eye icon) 
   

2. This screen displays a series of pre-generated codes. From here, you can either Download these codes into a text file or Copy the codes to your device's clipboard, to be pasted and saved in another location on your machine.
   

There is also an option to "Generate new recovery codes", if you have used all of your recovery codes, or are worried that your codes have been compromised. Generating new codes expires the previously generated ones.

If you encounter any issues with two-factor authentication, such as not receiving your verification code, see the article I am not receiving my TFA code or Contact Customer Experience.