Two Factor
Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) using time-based one-time passwords (TOTP), email, and backup verification codes.
4.8(202 reviews)
·100K+ active installs·Updated 1 week agoAs of April 2026, Two Factor is a WordPress 2FA plugin with 100K+ active installations and a 4.8/5 rating from 202 reviews. It has been downloaded 1.6M+ times in total. Requires WordPress 6.8+ and PHP 7.2+. Available on WordPress.org since 2015. Actively maintained — updated within the last month. Downloads are up 72% this week. Support resolution rate: 0%. Top alternative: Wordfence Security – Firewall, Malware….
4.8/5202 reviews
100K+active installs
0%resolved
11 yearssince 2015
Overview
The Two-Factor plugin adds an extra layer of security to your WordPress login by requiring users to provide a second form of authentication in addition to their password. This helps protect against unauthorized access even if passwords are compromised.
Setup Instructions
Important: Each user must individually configure their two-factor authentication settings.
For Individual Users
- Navigate to your profile: Go to “Users” → “Your Profile” in the WordPress admin
- Find Two-Factor Options: Scroll down to the “Two-Factor Options” section
- Choose your methods: Enable one or more authentication providers (noting a site admin may have hidden one or more so what is available could vary):
- Authenticator App (TOTP) – Use apps like Google Authenticator, Authy,…
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8202 reviews
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Recent Reviews
Easy install, light speed
by Dennis Dallau·2 days ago·1 reply
Easy install, light speed and exactly does what it needs to do.
My opinion: No plugin is safer or cleaner than one created by the team behind WordPress.org.
Simple, Reliable & Essential Security Plugin
by Guy Sharpe·2 days ago·1 reply
I’ve been using the Two Factor plugin on several WordPress sites and it has been a great addition to my security stack.
The setup process is very straightforward. Within a few minutes, I was able to enable two-factor authentication and add an extra layer of protection to the login process. The plugin integrates smoothly with the default WordPress login, so there’s no complicated configuration or learning curve.
What I really like:
- Supports multiple 2FA methods (authenticator apps, email, backup codes)
- Lightweight and doesn’t slow down the site
- Clean and simple interface
- Works perfectly without conflicts with other plugins/themes
For clients and non-technical users, it’s especially helpful because the instructions are clear and easy to follow.
In today’s environment where brute-force attacks are common, this plugin feels like a must-have for any WordPress website.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants quick, reliable login security without complexity.
works well
by 2fishone·1 week ago·3 replies
works well, but it is causing my website slower somehow,i suggest to go through website lighthouse speed check before activate it
Two Factor – Very user Friendly for developer – Valuable.
by ssgads·4 weeks ago·1 reply
This plugin Very user Friendly for developer mean time High Advanced Tech Program in Latest Trend.
Perfect & time saver – Thank you very much.
Two Factor = PERFECT
by leuviah·1 month ago·1 reply
It’s rare to see a plugin that’s so efficient, reliable, and without any complications. Simply brilliant!
Download Trends
Today: 2KYesterday: 2KThis week: 34KPeriod total: 533K
Compatibility
| WordPress | 6.8+ requiredTested up to 6.9.4 |
| PHP | 7.2+ required |
Version Adoption
v0.16
27.5%
v0.14
19.4%
v0.15
19.1%
v0.8
17.3%
Other
16.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Changelog
0.16.0 – 2026-03-27
- Breaking Changes: Remove legacy FIDO U2F provider support by #439.
- New Features: Add a dedicated settings page for plugin configuration in wp-admin by #764.
- New Features: Add a support links filter so consumers can customize contextual recovery/help links by #615.
- New Features: Refresh backup codes UI styling and behavior by #804.
- Bug Fixes: Delete stored TOTP secrets when the TOTP provider is disabled by #802.
…and 11 more changes
Contributors
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