How to Locate Your 6-Digit Code in Authenticator Apps

Learn how to find your 6-digit code in popular authenticator apps like Google and Microsoft.

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Open your Authenticator app and you will see a list of accounts with corresponding 6-digit codes. If you can't find it, ensure that you have added an account to the app. For Google Authenticator, tap the account for a one-time code. For Microsoft Authenticator, the codes are displayed next to each account.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I access my 6 digit codes on the Authenticator app? To access your 6 digit codes, simply open your Authenticator app, and you will see a list of accounts along with their corresponding codes.
  2. What should I do if I can’t find my 6 digit code in the Authenticator app? If you can’t find your 6 digit code, ensure that you have added at least one account to the app. If no accounts are added, you won't see any codes.
  3. What is the difference between Google Authenticator and Microsoft Authenticator? Google Authenticator displays one-time codes when you tap on the account, while Microsoft Authenticator shows the codes next to each account in your list.
  4. Can I use the Authenticator app without an internet connection? Yes, once an account is added to the Authenticator app, you can access the 6 digit codes even without an internet connection.

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