Setting up two-factor authentication

Introduction:

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), also known as two-step verification (TFA), multi-factor authentication (MFA), provides an additional layer of security to safeguard your account. By combining a username and password with unique information known only to the user, 2FA enhances protection against unauthorized access and potential theft of personal data or identity.

Enabling Two-Factor Authentication in Cerberus FTP Server:

Follow this straightforward three-step process to enable Two-Factor Authentication for your native user account in Cerberus FTP Server.

Step One:

To utilize Two-Factor Authentication, download an Authenticator App of your choice. Recommended apps include Google Authenticator or Authy 2-Factor Authentication.

Download links:

• Google Authenticator for Android

• Google Authenticator for iOS

• Authy for Android

• Authy for iOS

Step Two:

1. Log into the Cerberus Web Client and access Account Settings.
2. Inside Account Settings, click the green "Enable 2 Factor" button.

        3. A dialogue box will appear; click "Enable."

4. Scan the QR code or manually enter the code into the Authenticator app.

Step Three:

1. After scanning or entering the code, your Authenticator app will display a six-digit one-time code.

2. Type the generated numbers into the provided text box and click "Verify" to confirm the correct setup.

Note: Leaving the accounts page without verifying will keep Two-Factor Authentication disabled.

Congratulations!

You have successfully enabled Two-Factor Authentication. Going forward, when signing into the Web Client, you will be prompted for your 6-digit authentication code. Open your Authenticator app, retrieve the code, and input it to complete the sign-in process.