Authenticator app 2FA for banks and credit unions
Many banks send sign-in codes by text or ask you to approve sign-ins in their own app. The ones below also accept a standard authenticator app. Each guide shows where the setting is, what happens to your other verification methods, and how the bank recovers your access if you lose your phone.
Banks and credit unions · 14
America First Credit UnionAmerica First Credit Union can send sign-in codes to an authenticator app instead of text or email. Where the setting is, and what its help leaves out.
Broadview Federal Credit UnionBroadview FCU shows its 2FA QR code only on a computer; the app makes you type the key. How to add an authenticator app and what to do if you lose it.
Citadel Credit UnionTurning on an authenticator app at Citadel Credit Union switches off text and call codes. Where the setting is, when codes appear, and how to recover.
First Tech Federal Credit UnionFirst Tech lets an authenticator app replace its texted, emailed or phoned passcode. Where the setting is in Digital Banking, and what isn't documented.- Jovia Financial Credit UnionJovia keeps its authenticator switch under My Settings and Security Options. How to turn it on, choose it at sign-in, and what Jovia leaves out.
MercuryMercury requires an authenticator app and never texts codes. Set one up, keep your backup codes, and reset 2FA through an admin or an ID video.
San Francisco Fire Credit UnionAt SF Fire Credit Union, the authenticator option appears only after you require 2FA for each login. Where both switches are, and what to do if locked out.
Servus Credit UnionServus names Google Authenticator but accepts other apps. Where to turn on two-step authentication, when Servus asks for codes, and who to call for help.
SoFiSoFi supports authenticator apps but documents no backup codes. Where the setting is on the web and in the app, and how SoFi's ID-and-selfie reset works.
Tower Federal Credit UnionTower Federal Credit Union keeps its authenticator option under Settings > Security in online banking. How to add it, when codes are asked, and lockouts.- Union Bank & TrustUnion Bank & Trust requires MFA in UBTgo. Set up an authenticator app at your first sign-in or later in your profile, and plan ahead: no backup codes.
UW Credit UnionUW Credit Union's 2FA is VerifyU. Add an authenticator app in VerifyU Settings, print a VerifyU Key as backup, and know what to do if you lose your phone.
VancityVancity requires MFA for Online Banking. Add an authenticator app at first login or in Login and security, and keep text or voice as a fallback.
Woodforest National BankWoodforest's authenticator app replaces your security questions at every Online Banking sign-in. Where to turn it on, and the phone call that resets it.
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