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How to Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Updated over 2 weeks ago

  • Login to your Hata Account and click [Profile] - [Security] - [Two-Factor Authentication].

  • You will be redirected to another page where you can install the Authenticator app. After you have installed the app, you can click [Next] to continue.

  • You will now see a QR code and a setup key on your screen.


  • Open the Authenticator App and tap on the [+] button on the bottom right of your screen to scan the QR code. Then click [Next]. If you are unable to scan it, you can manually enter the setup key.

  • Select [I’ve done this]. Input the 6-digit 2FA code you see on your Authenticator app.

  • Congratulations! You have successfully set up your 2FA Authentication!

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What can I do if it shows binding failed?

    • Ensure that you have installed the Authenticator App.

    • Ensure that the time is synchronized between your mobile device and computer.

    • Ensure that the password and 2FA code you have entered is correct.

    • Ensure that the date and time settings on your mobile device are set to “automatic”.

  2. I have lost access to my previous Authenticator App. How can I re-enable it?

    • If you have the 16-digit backup code generated when you first set up the Authenticator app, you may enter that code into the Authenticator app and recover your account.

    • If you have not saved your 16-digit backup code and wish to reset your Authentication, please refer to [How to Reset Authentication].

  3. What do I do if it shows a 2FA error?

    • The time on your mobile device needs to be synchronized with the Authenticator App and synchronized with the time on your computer (from which you are attempting to log in).

    • Clear your browser cache and cookies

    • Use incognito mode on your browser.

    • Try to login with the Hata App instead.

If none of the above suggestions are working, try to reset the Authenticator app. Please refer to "How to Reset Two-Factor Authentication on Hata" under Account Functions section in the FAQ.

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