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How to set up 2-step verification on PlayStation Network

Learn how to set up and deactivate 2-step verification (2SV), and where to find 2SV backup codes.

How to set up 2-step verification and record backup codes

Select a device below to set up 2-step verification.

Web browser: set up 2SV

  1. Sign in to Account Management on a connected device and select Security.
  2. Next to 2-step Verification Status, select Edit Activate Continue.
  3. Select how you’d like to receive the verification code: Authenticator App or Text Message

Authenticator app
Make sure you have an authenticator app (such as Authy, Google Authenticator, or Microsoft Authenticator) downloaded and set up on your mobile device. Open the authenticator app and scan the QR code. If the QR code fails, copy and paste the alphanumeric code.
You receive a verification code in the authenticator app. 

Text message
Enter a mobile number or select an existing one.
You receive a verification code via SMS.

  1. Enter the verification code. 
  2. Record your Backup Codes.

PS5 console: set up 2SV

  1. Go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Security > 2-Step Verification
  2. Select Activate to switch on 2SV. 
  3. Select how you’d like to receive the verification code: Authenticator App or Text Message:

Authenticator app
Make sure you have an authenticator app (such as Authy, Google Authenticator, or Microsoft Authenticator) downloaded and set up on your mobile device. Open the authenticator app and scan the QR code. If the QR code fails, copy and paste the alphanumeric code.
You receive a verification code in the authenticator app. 

Text message
Enter a mobile number or select an existing one.
You receive a verification code via SMS.

  1. Enter the verification code. 
  2. Record your Backup Codes.

PS4 console: set up 2SV

  1. Go to Settings > Account Management > Account Information > Security > 2-Step Verification
  2. Select Activate to switch on 2SV. 
  3. Select how you’d like to receive the verification code: Authenticator App or Text Message:

Authenticator app
Make sure you have an authenticator app (such as Authy, Google Authenticator, or Microsoft Authenticator) downloaded and set up on your mobile device. Open the authenticator app and scan the QR code. If the QR code fails, copy and paste the alphanumeric code.
You receive a verification code in the authenticator app. 

Text message
Enter a mobile number or select an existing one.
You receive a verification code via SMS.

  1. Enter the verification code. 
  2. Record your Backup Codes.

How to sign in with 2-step verification (2SV)

When you sign in to PlayStation™Network (PSN) on a PlayStation®5 console or PlayStation®4 console with 2SV active, you are asked to:

  1. Enter your account password and sign-in ID (email address).

  2. Enter the verification code from your authenticator app or the SMS that was sent to your registered mobile phone number*.

* The verification code is valid for 10 minutes after your sign-in attempt. If your code has expired, select Resend Code from the sign-in screen to receive a new code.

When to use 2-step verification

Accounts usually remain signed in, however, you are sent a verification code if:

  • you are signing in for the first time after switching on 2SV,

  • you manually sign out of PlayStation Network and want to sign back in,

  • you reset your account password,

  • you change your sign-in ID (email address) or online ID.

Having issues with 2-step verification?

If you are having trouble signing in with 2SV, please visit the guide below.

How to find your 2SV backup codes

If you lose access to your 2SV mobile number, a backup code will let you access your account. Without these codes, you will need to verify your identity to recover your account.

  1. Go to Account Management on a connected device and select Security.

  2. Select Backup Codes. Store the backup codes in a safe place.

How to turn off 2-step verification

Select a device below to turn off 2-step verification.

PS5 console: turn off 2SV

  1. Go to Settings > Users and Accounts > Security.
  2. Select 2-Step Verification and set the Status as Inactive.

PS4 console: turn off 2SV

  1. Go to Settings > Account Management > Account Information > Security. 
  2. Select 2-Step Verification > Status - Inactive.

How do I find my 8 digit Backup code?

Under "Signing in to Google," click 2-Step Verification. Under "Backup codes," click Set up or Show codes. You can print or download your codes. How can I login to my Gmail account if I have lost the 8-digit backup code?

What do I do if I lost my Backup codes?

Revoke lost backup codes If you lost your backup codes, you can revoke them and get new ones. Go to the 2-Step Verification section of your Google Account. Select Show codes. Select Get new codes.

How can I access my Gmail account without verification code?

Turn off 2-Step Verification.
Open your Google Account..
In the "Security" section, select 2-Step Verification. You might need to sign in..
Select Turn off..
A pop-up window will appear to confirm that you want to turn off 2-Step Verification. Select Turn off..

How do I find my 8 digit recovery code for Gmail?

Where do I find my 8 digit backup codes?.
Go to your Google Account..
On the let navigation panel, click Security..
Under Signing in to Google, click 2-Step Verification..
Under Backup codes, click Setup or Show codes. You can print or download your codes..