Add a Protected Account
Once you've created your AffirmID account, you can start protecting your online services.
Method 1: Scan QR Code
The easiest way to add an account:
- Log in to the service you want to protect (e.g., your company portal)
- Navigate to Security Settings → Two-Factor Authentication
- Select Authenticator App as your 2FA method
- Open AffirmID and tap the + button
- Select Scan QR Code
- Point your camera at the QR code displayed on screen
- The account will be added automatically
Method 2: Enter Setup Key Manually
If you can't scan the QR code:
- In the service's 2FA setup, look for "Can't scan? Enter code manually"
- Copy the setup key provided
- In AffirmID, tap + → Enter Key Manually
- Paste or type the setup key
- Give the account a recognizable name
- Tap Add Account
Verify the Setup
After adding the account:
- The service will ask you to enter a verification code
- Open AffirmID and find the account you just added
- Enter the 6-digit code shown in AffirmID
- If the code is accepted, setup is complete!
Supported Services
AffirmID works with any service that supports:
- TOTP (Time-based One-Time Password) - The standard used by most services
- AffirmID Push - For services integrated with our API
Popular compatible services include:
- Google, Microsoft, Apple accounts
- GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket
- AWS, Azure, GCP
- Slack, Discord, Zoom
- And thousands more!
Organization Accounts
If your employer uses AffirmID, they may send you an enrollment link. Simply tap the link on your mobile device to automatically configure your account.