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I didn't receive my two-factor authentication code — what should I do?

Last updated on Mar 06, 2026

Short Answer: Click "Use recovery code" on the Two-factor authentication screen to sign in with a recovery code, or click "Back to login" to try another sign-in method.

PreRequisites

  1. Have one of your generated recovery codes available (if you plan to use a recovery code).

  2. Access to the device with your authenticator app (if using an app-generated code).

Steps

  1. On the "Two-factor authentication" screen click the "Use recovery code" link.
    The "Enter your recovery code" screen opens.

  2. Enter one of your saved recovery codes into "Enter your recovery code" and click "Continue".
    If the code is valid, you will be signed in.

  3. If you don’t have recovery codes, click "Back to login" to return to the Login page and try another sign-in option such as "Continue with Google" or "Forgot password?".
    You return to the Login page.

  4. If you remain locked out, contact your organization administrator or support team for account recovery.
    Support can guide you through restoring access.

Troubleshooting

  1. No code appears in the authenticator app or the app shows no CleverBalance entry.

    Likely Cause: The authenticator app was not set up for this account or you may be checking the wrong account entry.

    Action: Check all entries in your authenticator app for CleverBalance, confirm you are using the correct account, and ensure your device time settings are accurate. If you still cannot obtain a code, use a recovery code.

  2. No recovery codes available.

    Likely Cause: Recovery codes were not generated or have been lost.

    Action: Try other sign-in methods on the Login page (for example "Continue with Google" or "Forgot password?"), or contact your administrator/support team to recover your account.

Note: The "Use recovery code" link appears directly on the Two-factor authentication screen and allows you to sign in when the authenticator code is unavailable.