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Two-factor sign-in with an authenticator app, and backup codes.

Turn on two-factor sign-in

There are no passwords on Painted Circle, so whoever reads your email could sign in. An authenticator app (Google Authenticator, Authy, 1Password and others) adds a code only your phone has. Open My circle, then Settings, then Sign-in security.

  1. 1Press Turn on two-factor sign-in, type which app you use, and press Next.

    Step 1: Press Turn on two-factor sign-in, type which app you use, and press Next.

  2. 2Scan the QR code with your app (or type the key under it), type the 6-digit code it shows and press Confirm.

    Step 2: Scan the QR code with your app (or type the key under it), type the 6-digit code it shows and press Confirm.

  3. 3Save your backup codes somewhere safe. Each one works once if you lose your phone.

    Step 3: Save your backup codes somewhere safe. Each one works once if you lose your phone.
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  • From then on, after the email link you also type the code your app shows.
  • Changing phones? Add the new app before removing the old one.

The pictures show an example business. Still stuck? Email info@paintedcircle.com.