=== WP 2FA - Two-factor authentication for WordPress ===
Contributors: Melapress, robert681
Plugin URI: https://melapress.com/wordpress-2fa/
License: GPLv3
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl.html
Tags: 2FA, two-factor authentication, multi step authentication, 2-factor authentication, WordPress authentication, two step authentication
Requires at least: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.4.3
Stable tag: 2.6.4
Requires PHP: 7.2.0

Harden your website's authentication; add two-factor authentication (2FA) for all your users with this easy-to-use plugin.

== Description ==

### A free and easy-to-use two-factor authentication plugin for WordPress

Add an extra layer of security to your WordPress website login pages and protect your users. Enable [two-factor authentication (2FA)](https://melapress.com/wordpress-2fa/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa), the best protection against users using weak passwords, automated password guessing, and brute force attacks.

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[Features](https://melapress.com/wordpress-2fa/features/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa) | [Getting Started](https://melapress.com/support/kb/wp-2fa-plugin-getting-started/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa) | [Get the Premium!](https://melapress.com/wordpress-2fa/pricing/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa)

Use the WP 2FA plugin to enable two-factor authentication for your WordPress administrator, and to enforce your website users, or users with a specific role to use 2FA. This plugin is very easy to use; everything can be configured via wizards with clear instructions, so even non technical users can setup 2FA without requiring technical assistance.

#### MAINTAINED & SUPPORTED BY MELAPRESS

Melapress develops high-quality WordPress management and security plugins such as [Melapress Login Security](https://melapress.com/wordpress-login-security/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa), [CAPTCHA 4WP](https://melapress.com/wordpress-captcha/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa), and [WP Activity Log](https://melapress.com/wordpress-activity-log/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa), the #1 user-rated activity log plugin for WordPress.

Browse our list of [WordPress security and administration plugins](https://melapress.com/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa) to see how our plugins can help you better manage and improve the security and administration of your WordPress websites and users.
  
### WP 2FA key plugin features and capabilities
- Free Two-factor authentication (2FA) for all users
- Supports multiple 2FA methods
- Universal 2FA app support – generate codes from Google Authenticator, Authy & any other 2FA app
- Supports 2FA backup methods
- Very easy to use and simple to set up
- Use 2FA policies to enforce 2FA with a grace period or require users to instantly setup 2FA upon logging in
- No WordPress dashboard access is required for users to set up 2FA
- Fully editable email templates
- Protection against automated password & dictionary attacks
- Much more
 
### Upgrade to WP 2FA Premium and get even more

The premium version of WP 2FA comes bundled with even more features to take your WordPress website login security to the next level.

With the premium edition of WP 2FA, you get more 2FA methods, 1-click integration with WooCommerce, trusted devices feature, and extensive white labeling capabilities.

### Premium features list

-   Everything in the free version
-   Full white labeling capabilities
-   Trusted devices (no 2FA required)
-   Additionl 2FA methods (such as 2FA over SMS)
-   Require 2FA on password reset
-   One-click integration with WooCommerce
-   Much more

Refer to the [WP 2FA plugin features and benefits page](https://melapress.com/wordpress-2fa/features/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa) to learn more about the benefits of upgrading to WP 2FA Premium.
    
## Free and premium support

Premium world-class support for WP 2FA is free via email or through the WordPress support forums.

Note: paid customer support is given priority and is provided via one-to-one email. Upgrade to Premium to benefit from priority support.

For any other queries, feedback, or if you simply want to get in touch with us, please use our [contact form](https://melapress.com/contact/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa).

## As featured on:

- [WP Beginner](https://www.wpbeginner.com/plugins/how-to-add-two-factor-authentication-for-wordpress/)
- [IsitWP](https://www.isitwp.com/best-wordpress-security-authentication-plugins/)
- [WP Astra](https://wpastra.com/two-factor-authentication-wordpress/)
- [MainWP](https://mainwp.com/how-to-use-the-wp-2fa-plugin-on-your-child-sites/)
- [FixRunner](https://www.fixrunner.com/wordpress-two-factor-authentication/)
- [Inmotion Hosting](https://www.inmotionhosting.com/support/edu/wordpress/plugins/wp-2fa/)
- [WP Marmite](https://wpmarmite.com/en/wordpress-two-factor-authentication/)

## Related links and documentation:

You can find more detailed information about 2FA and its benefits in the links below

- [The benefits of using 2FA on WordPress](https://melapress.com/benefits-2fa-wordpress/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa)
- [Beginner’s guide to two-factor authentication](https://melapress.com/what-is-2fa-beginners-guide/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa)
- [Setting up Google Authenticator for WordPress 2FA](https://melapress.com/google-authenticator-app-wordpress-2fa/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa)
- [List of supported 2FA apps](https://melapress.com/support/kb/wp-2fa-configuring-2fa-apps/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa)
- [The definitive guide to WordPress security](https://melapress.com/wordpress-security/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa)
- [Official Melapress website](https://melapress.com/?utm_source=wp+repo&utm_medium=repo+link&utm_campaign=wordpress_org&utm_content=wp2fa)

== Installing WP 2FA ==

###From within WordPress

1.  Navigate to ‘Plugins > Add New’
2.  Search for ‘WP 2FA’
3.  Install & activate WP 2FA from your Plugins page
  
###Manually

1.  Download the plugin from the WordPress plugins repository
2.  Unzip the zip file and upload the folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory
3.  Activate the WP 2FA plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress

== Screenshots ==

1. The first-time install wizard allows you to setup 2FA on your website and for your user within seconds.
2. The wizards make setting up 2FA very easy, so even non technical users can setup 2FA without requiring help.
3. You can require users to enable 2FA and also give them a grace period to do so.
4. Users can also use one-time codes via email as a two-factor authentication method.
5. You can use policies to require users to instantly set up and use 2FA, so the next time they login they will be prompted with this.
6. You can give users a grace period until they configure 2FA. You can also specify what should the plugin do once the grace period is over.
7. It is recommended for all users to also generate backup codes, in case they cannot access the primary device.
8. In the user profile users only have a few 2FA options, so it is not confusing for them and everything is self explanatory.

== Changelog ==

= 2.6.2 (2024-02-07) =

 * **Improvements**
	 * Added support for the new plans & pricing (February 2024 update).
	 * Added support for wp-config.php file in non-default location.
	
* **Bug fixes**
	* Fixed a number of PHP warnings generated when switching to custom "From" email address in the plugin settings.
	* User still not forced to configure 2FA after removed from the exclusion list.
	
Refer to the complete [plugin changelog](https://melapress.com/support/kb/wp-2fa-plugin-changelog/?utm_source=wordpress.org&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=WP2FA&utm_content=plugin+repos+description) for more detailed information about what was new, improved and fixed in previous version updates of WP 2FA.