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How do I disable 2FA using a recovery (backup) code?

Last updated on Mar 06, 2026

Short Answer: Click "Disable 2FA", choose "Use recovery code", enter your Password and a valid Recovery code from your backup list, then click "Disable 2FA".

PreRequisites

  1. Be signed in to your account.

  2. Have at least one unused recovery/backup code from your saved list.

Steps

  1. Open My Account > Security and click "Disable 2FA".
    The "Disable two-factor authentication" modal opens.

  2. Click the "Use recovery code" link to switch the modal to recovery code input.
    The modal now shows a "Recovery code" field instead of the "Authentication code" field.

  3. Enter your account Password and paste one of your saved Recovery codes into the "Recovery code" field.
    The required fields are filled with valid values.

  4. Click the yellow "Disable 2FA" button to confirm.
    Two-factor authentication is disabled, and the Security page now shows "Enable 2FA".

Troubleshooting

  1. Recovery code is not accepted.

    Likely Cause: The code was typed incorrectly (spacing or hyphens changed) or the code was already used.

    Action: Copy the exact recovery code from your saved list and try again with an unused code.

  2. You do not have any recovery codes available.

    Likely Cause: Backup codes were never generated or saved.

    Action: If you still have access to your authenticator app, use it to disable 2FA. Otherwise, contact your account support team for account recovery options.

Note: Backup codes are one-time use. Store them securely and never share them with anyone