How to Bind Your Account’s 2FA via Google Authenticator

• Bind 2FA via Google Authenticator using PC/Desktop

• Bind 2FA via Google Authenticator using APP

Bind 2FA via Google Authenticator using PC/Desktop

Mainnet account login URL: /app/user/security
Testnet account login URL: https://testnet.bybit.com/app/user/security


Note:
1) It is highly recommended that a copy of your Recovery Key Phrase is stored securely. RKP is needed when you attempt to bind into a new Google Authenticator.

2) To ensure maximum account and asset security, Bybit urges all traders to have their 2FA binded to their Google Authenticator at all times.

 

Step 1: Click on the link above to enter your account's security settings page. Perform a login if prompted. Click on the 'Settings' button as shown below.
 

Step 2: Click on 'Send verification code'
 

                                            

Step 3: A verification code will be sent to either your registered email address or registered mobile number. Key into the empty boxes and click 'Confirm'. A pop out window showing a QR code will appear. Leave it untouched first while you use your smartphone to download the Google Authenticator APP.

Note:
- If you are not able to receive the verification code by email, please consult this article : Troubleshooting : Unable to receive Email verification code
- If you are not able to receive the verification code by SMS, please consult this article : Troubleshooting : Unable to receive SMS verification code

Step 4: Download the official Google Authenticator APP from Google Play Store or Apple App Store

 

Step 5: Launch the Google Authenticator app inside your smartphone or tablet. Select the '+' icon and select 'Scan a QR code'
 

     

Step 6: Scan the QR code and a 6 digit 2FA code will be randomly generated inside your Google Authenticator APP.
 

Step 7: Write down the Recovery Key Phrase (RKP). Store your RKP securely inside an encrypted cloud server or inside another secured device.
 

Step 8: Key in the 6 digit code generated in your Google Authenticator and click 'Confirm'
 

 

Note:  If you receive the error message "invalid code" after entering the GA code, please consult this article : Troubleshooting: Google Authenticator "Invalid Code" error


You have successfully binded your Google Authenticator to your account.

 

 

Bind 2FA via Google Authenticator using APP

Note:

1) It is highly recommended that a copy of your Recovery Key Phrase is stored securely. RKP is needed when you attempt to bind into a new Google Authenticator.

2) To ensure maximum account and asset security, Bybit urges all traders to have their 2FA binded to their Google Authenticator at all times.
 

Step 1: Launch the Bybit APP. At the bottom left corner, select 'Home’. Then, Select the ‘profile’ icon from the upper left corner.

Step 2: Select 'Security'

Step 3: Beside Google Authentication, slide the white circle switch to the right

Step 4: Key in the email/SMS verification code sent to your email address or mobile number respectively. The APP will automatically redirect you to the next page.

Note:
- If you are not able to receive the verification code by email, please consult this article : Troubleshooting : Unable to receive Email verification code
- If you are not able to receive the verification code by SMS, please consult this article : Troubleshooting : Unable to receive SMS verification code
 

Step 5: Download the official Google Authenticator APP from Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Once you have downloaded it, select 'Continue' to proceed.
 

Step 6: Write down the Recovery Key Phrase (RKP) and store it securely inside an encrypted cloud server or inside another secured device. Press 'Copy key'
 

Step 7: Launch the Google Authenticator app inside your smartphone or tablet. Select the '+' icon and select ‘enter a setup key’
 

 

Step 8: Type in any unique name (e.g. Bybit - followed by your registered email address), paste the copied key into the ' key' blank space and select 'ADD'. A 6 digit code will be generated successfully in your Google Authenticator.
 

  

Step 9: Go back into your Bybit APP, select 'Next'
 

                                             

Step 10: Key in the 6 digit code generated in your Google Authenticator and select 'Confirm'
 

Note:  If you receive the error message "invalid code" after entering the GA code, please consult this article : Troubleshooting: Google Authenticator "Invalid Code" error
 

You have successfully binded your Google Authenticator to your account.