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There are two ways to use two-factor authentication (2FA) with your MYOB account. You can receive codes via email or through an authentication app. Help me choose which method to use.

If you're not receiving your email 2FA codes, use a backup code instead or see getting help with 2FA.

Here's how to switch from one to the other and how to change your email address if you use email 2FA.

 

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Want to try SMS 2FA?

While app 2FA is the recommended 2FA method, you can also switch to have your 2FA code sent to your mobile phone via text message. See 'To switch to SMS 2FA', below.

  • Go to my.account.myob.com and log in with your MYOB account details.
  • On the Personal information page, click Get started
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  • Re-enter your password and click Sign in.
  • Choose Mobile app then click Next.
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  • Choose your operating system, then click

     

  • On the MYOB page, if prompted, choose your operating system and click Next.
  • Click OK I've downloaded the app.Open
  • the authenticator app on your device and add a new account. If you have trouble, see the app's help.If your app allows you to set up 2FA by scanning a barcode in the app, choose that option and scan the QR code that's displayed on the MYOB screen. The below is a sample only.
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  • If you can't scan the QR code, your app will have an option that lets you manually type a code instead. To do this, click click Can't scan with the QR code? on  on the MYOB page and enter the code that appears into the app.Image RemovedImage Removed
  • Once you've scanned the QR code or manually entered the MYOB code, a code will appear in your app. Type this into the the Enter the your code field  field on the MYOB page and click click Continue.Image Removed
  • Click Download 10 backup codes, and save the file somewhere safe.
    These codes will help you On the Save a recovery code page, click Copy code to save your recovery code.
  • Click I've saved a copy of this code and then click Continue.
  • (Important) Save your recovery code somewhere safe. This will give you give you the ability to sign into your account if you lose access to your device. Learn more about using your backup codes.
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    From now on, when you sign in you'll be asked to enter an authentication code from your app. If you don't want to do this every time, next time you sign in tick the box that says Trust this device for 30 days
  • Once you've completed switching your device, the Account security page appears with your updated 2FA settings.
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    To switch from email to app 2FA

    1. Go to my.account.Log into My Account (myaccount.myob.com and log in with your MYOB account details).
    2. Verify your account by entering the emailed authentication code and clicking Sign in.using the verification code from your old device or by using a backup code.
    3. Click Account security from the drop-down menu under your name (in the top right of My Account) to open the Account security page.
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    4. Click Change 2FA. Then, follow the steps below to set up app 2FA.

    5. Re-enter your password and click Sign in.

    6. If prompted, enter and verify the authentication code from your current email 2FA.
    7. Click Continue.
    8. Click Authenticator app.
    9. Download an authentication app. To use app-based authentication, you need to download an authenticator app onto your device.
      You'll use this app to get the verification code needed to sign into your MYOB account. These apps don't need internet access to work.

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      1. Open the Google Play or App Store app on your phone.
      2. Search for "Google Authenticator" and look for this icon:
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      3. Download and install Google Authenticator onto your phone.
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      1. Open the Windows Store app on your phone (or tap here).
      2. Search for Microsoft Authenticator and look for this icon:
      3. Download and install the application onto your phone.

      Once you've installed the authenticator app on your device, you need to link the app to your MYOB account.

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    To switch from app to email 2FA

    1. Go to my.account.Log into My Account (myaccount.myob.com/personal and log in with your MYOB account details and current app 2FA method. If you can't sign in, follow the prompts to see your options.Click on the Switch to email authentication option.
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    2. Verify your account using the verification code from your old device or by using a backup code.
    3. Click Account security from the drop-down menu under your name (in the top right of My Account) to open the Account security page.
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    4. Click Change 2FA. Then, follow the steps below to set up email 2FA.

    5. You will now be prompted to confirm your current login details.
    6. Re-enter your password and click Sign in.Image Removed
    7. Enter the authentication code from your current 2FA app and click Sign in.Image Removed
    8. You will now be emailed an authentication code, enter the code and click Sign in.
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    From now on, when you sign in you'll be asked to enter an authentication code from your email inbox. If you don't want to do this every time, next time you sign in tick the box that says Trust this device for 30 days .

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    To switch to SMS 2FA

    1. Log into My Account (myaccount.myob.com).
    2. Verify your account using the verification code from your old device or by using a backup code.
    3. Click Account security from the drop-down menu under your name (in the top right of My Account) to open the Account security page.
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    4. Click Change 2FA.

    5. Click SMS.
    6. Enter your phone number and click Continue. MYOB sends a 6-digit code to your phone via SMS.
    7. In the Verify your identity page, enter the 6-digit code and click Verify code.
    8. On the Save a recovery code page, click Copy code to save your recovery code.
    9. Click I've saved a copy of this code and then click Continue.
    10. (Important) Save your recovery code somewhere safe. This will give you give you the ability to sign into your account if you lose access to your device.
    11. Once you've completed switching your device, the Account security page appears with your updated 2FA settings.
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    If you use email 2FA, your verification codes are sent to the email address you use to sign into your MYOB software. If you want to change this address, you'll need to update your login details.

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    If you don't have access to your old email account, you contact us and we'll need be glad to contact us for help.

    • Australia - 1800 620 430 (7am - 8pm Mon-Fri, 9am - 5pm Sat-Sun Melbourne time)

    • New Zealand - 0800 60 69 62 (9am - 10pm Mon-Fri, 11am - 7pm Sat-Sun New Zealand time)

    1. Sign in to my.MYOB with your current email address and password (sign in here: Australia | New Zealand).
    2. If prompted, enter your 2FA verification code.
    3. Go to the My Account menu at the top of the screen and choose Change Login.
    4. Update your login.

    Still need help? Contact us and we'll get you up and running in no time.

     

    Having trouble

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    changing your 2FA method or device?

    See Getting help with two-factor authentication.

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