How to Enable LinkedIn Two Factor Authentication
- George Apostolov
How to Enable LinkedIn Two Factor Authentication: step-by-step guide
Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner.
Select 'Settings & Privacy' from the dropdown menu.
In the 'Settings & Privacy' menu, go to 'Sign in & security' on the left sidebar.
Scroll down to 'Two-step verification'.
Click 'Set up'.
Enter the code in the empty field that was sent to your email and click 'Submit'.
Choose your preferred method to enable the two-step verification and click 'Continue'.
Enter your password in the empty field to continue and click 'Submit'.
LinkedIn will display a QR code. Open your authenticator app, scan the QR code, and click 'Continue'.
Enter the code to verify and click 'Verify'.
By enabling the two factor authentication you can add an extra layer of security to your account.
Quick answer: To enable two factor authentication in LinkedIn, click your profile picture, select Settings & Privacy, go to Sign in & security, and choose Two-step verification. Click Set up, enter your email code, select your method, enter your password, scan the QR code with an authenticator app, and enter the verification code.
About this LinkedIn tutorial
Secure your LinkedIn account by enabling two-step verification. Follow these step-by-step instructions to set up authentication today. This guide shows how to enable LinkedIn Two Factor Authentication in 11 steps, starting with "Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner" and finishing with "By enabling the two factor authentication you can add an extra layer of security to you...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real LinkedIn interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to enable LinkedIn Two Factor Authentication?
11 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your LinkedIn data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under LinkedIn. Related guides: How to export leads from linkedin sales navigator?, How to Export LinkedIn Company Followers and How to Export LinkedIn Profile as PDF. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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