Authenticator App for Bank of America
How to enable Two-Factor Authentication for Bank of America
Bank of America is one of 269 Banking services in our 2FA directory that you can protect with Authenticator.
To enhance your Bank of America account security, consider enabling two-factor authentication (2FA). This guide will help you understand how to set up and use Bank of America 2FA effectively. Learn how to enable 2FA for Bank of America, set up your preferred authentication method, and keep your account secure when signing in.
Before you can set up 2-Step Verification for your Bank of America account you will need to download Authenticator App on your device. Tap the button below or scan the QR code.
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Supported authentication methods
SMS Verification
Bank of America can send verification codes via text message to your registered phone number.
Email Verification
Bank of America can send verification codes to your registered email address.
Security Key (U2F/FIDO2)
Bank of America supports hardware security keys such as YubiKey for phishing-resistant authentication.
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How to set up 2FA for Bank of America
To enhance your Bank of America account security, enable two-factor authentication (2FA). Follow the steps below:
Log in to your Bank of America account
Sign in with your username and password.
Open Security settings
In account settings, look for Security, Privacy & Security, or Authentication.
Enable two-factor authentication (2FA)
Choose Enable, Turn on, or a similar option.
Choose your verification method
Common options include:
- Authenticator app (recommended) Generate time-based one-time codes with Authenticator App - Vidus6.
- Security key (if supported) Use a hardware key (FIDO2/U2F) as your second factor.
- Text message (SMS) Receive verification codes by SMS (less secure than an authenticator app).
- Email or backup codes Use as a backup to recover access if you lose your device.
Follow the on-screen instructions
Complete the 2FA setup and securely store any backup codes provided.
Test your setup
Sign out and sign back in to confirm 2FA is working as expected.
Steps and labels can vary between services. For the most accurate and up-to-date steps, visit Bank of America's official documentation.
How to recover your Bank of America account
If you lose access to your Bank of America two-factor authentication (2FA) codes, reach out to the Bank of America support team for assistance.
Important notes
Mobile apps only use SMS 2FA
Available regions
Bank of America offers two-factor authentication in the following regions:
Additional domains
Bank of America also operates under the following domains:
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FAQ
Does Bank of America support authenticator apps (TOTP)?
Bank of America does not currently support authenticator apps (TOTP). The available 2FA methods are: SMS, Email, Security Key (U2F/FIDO2).
What 2FA methods does Bank of America support?
Bank of America supports the following two-factor authentication methods: SMS, Email, Security Key (U2F/FIDO2).
How do I set up 2FA on Bank of America?
Visit Bank of America's official documentation for step-by-step 2FA setup instructions. You will need an authenticator app like Authenticator by Vidus6 installed on your device.
How do I recover my Bank of America account if I lose my 2FA device?
Contact the Bank of America support team for help recovering your account if you lose access to your 2FA codes. Keep any backup codes you received during setup in a safe place.
Is Bank of America 2FA available in my country?
Bank of America offers two-factor authentication in the following regions: United States. Availability may vary.
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