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Twitch 2FA: How to Set It up and Use It
Enabling two factor authentication on Twitch
By Jennifer Allen Jennifer Allen Writer Swansea University, Staffordshire University Jennifer Allen has been writing about technology since 2010. Her work has appeared in Mashable, TechRadar, and many more publications. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on June 7, 2021 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email In This Article
Expand Jump to a Section Why Do I Need Two Factor Authentication on Twitch Set Up Two Factor Authentication on Twitch Use Twitch With 2FA Disable Two Factor Authentication on Twitch Twitch is one of the most popular services out there for watching and streaming digital video broadcasts, such as gaming sessions, artwork creation, and even talk shows or even TV series. Because of that level of popularity, hackers see it as an easy target for accessing user accounts and using them for nefarious purposes. The best way to keep your account safe is to enable Twitch two factor authentication, making it harder to access illicitly. It adds an extra layer of protection for every time you log in on Twitch. Here's how to enable 2FA on Twitch, as well as how to disable it if you change your mind. Why Do I Need Two Factor Authentication on Twitch
You might think your Twitch account doesn't need additional security, but there are a few key reasons why it's worth doing. Extra privacy. No one wants to feel like someone is poking around their online accounts. 2FA reduces that risk drastically. Twitch Prime benefits. If you have an Amazon Prime account linked to Twitch, you get extra stuff for free, and you don't want to lose that because of a hacker.Protects your name. If you're an avid streamer, you want to maintain and develop your subscribers and popularity. Being hacked could wreck that, depending on what the hacker does with your account. How to Set Up Two Factor Authentication on Twitch
Setting up two factor authentication on Twitch isn't hard, providing you know where to look. Here's how to add extra security to your account, keeping hackers at bay. These instructions require you to access Twitch from your desktop computer rather than a mobile app. Go to https://www.twitch.tv Click Log In. After logging in, click on the profile logo to the top right of the home page. Click Settings. Click Security and Privacy. Scroll down to Two-Factor Authentication. Click Set Up Two-Factor Authentication. Enter your cell phone number. Click Continue. Enter the verification number you receive via SMS message. Click Verify. Click Done. How to Use Your Twitch Account With Two Factor Authentication
Once you've set 2FA on Twitch, you'll need to log in slightly differently than before. Here's what to expect. Go to https://www.twitch.tv/ Click Log in and enter your account details. Click Log In. Wait to receive a text message on your phone. If you'd prefer to use an app, you can download the Authy app to receive token numbers without being sent SMS messages. Enter the Token number on your browser. Click Submit. You can also click the box to Remember this computer for 30 days if you don't want to do this every time. You've now logged in successfully. How to Disable Two Factor Authentication on Twitch
If you decide to disable 2FA authentication on Twitch, it's pretty simple. We don't advise it as extra layers of security are useful but if you're switching phones, it can be worthwhile disabling it temporarily. Here's what to do. Log into your Twitch account. Click Settings. Click Security and Privacy. Scroll down to Two-Factor Authentication. Click Disable Two-Factor Authentication. Click Confirm. Click Done. Your account now has Two-Factor Authentication disabled. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Use Two Step Verification (2FA) in WhatsApp How to Get Verified on Twitch How to Turn off Two-Factor Authentication on Apple Devices How to Use the Microsoft Authenticator App How to Turn on Two-Factor Authentication on Facebook How to Set Up and Use Microsoft 365 MFA How to Link Twitch to Discord How To Find Your Twitch Stream Key How to Use Two-Factor Authentication in iOS 15 How to Play Music on Twitch How to Set Up a New Android Phone How to Turn on Gmail Two-Factor Authentication Hacked Facebook Account: Immediate Recovery Steps How to Set Up a New Android From an Old Phone How to Live Stream on Twitch How to Add Emotes to Twitch Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies