Setting Up Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Table of Contents

Explaining Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
Navigating to the 2FA Configuration in Foresight Connect
Enabling Two-Factor Authentication
Using Backup Authorization Codes When You Don’t Have Access to Google Authenticator
Configuring 2FA Without Google Workspace

Explaining Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Two-factor authentication (2FA) provides an additional layer of security. To use 2FA, download any authenticator app such as Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, or Okta. With 2FA enabled, you will be prompted to enter a unique code generated by your chosen app when logging into Foresight Connect.

Navigating to the 2FA Configuration in Foresight Connect

Two-Factor Authentication can be enabled individually for each account and applies exclusively to your specific account.

The configuration for 2FA across all roles in Foresight is located under the My Account, accessible from the menu at the bottom of the navigation bar.

Log in to the Manager Role Account ➡ Click icon next to your name at the bottom left ➡ Go to My Account Tab in the Settings Section

Enabling Two-Factor Authentication

To enable 2FA, you need to:

1. Log in to your account.
2. Navigate to My Account from the menu at the bottom of the navigation bar.
3. Click the Configure button in the 2FA section.
4. Scan the QR code using your authenticator app or use the provided link to configure the app manually.
5. Enter the authorization code generated by your app and click Confirm.
6. Save your backup authorization codes for recovery purposes.

Using Backup Authorization Codes When You Don’t Have Access to Google Authenticator

If you lose access to your authenticator app:

1. Use the backup authorization codes provided during the 2FA setup process.
2. If you do not have the backup codes, contact your Account Manager, Customer Success Manager, or Support team for assistance.

Configuring 2FA Without Google Workspace

If you don’t use Google Workspace, you can still set up two-factor authentication (2FA) using an alternative authorization application. To do this, follow the three steps below: 

If your account is not integrated with Google or Azure SSO:

• Follow the standard steps to enable 2FA as described above.
• Use an authenticator app of your choice to complete the configuration.

1. Click the Configure button on the 2FA tile:

2. Copy the OAuth URL from the pop-up window. Click the Copy Key button to continue.

3. Paste the URL into your preferred authorization app to complete the configuration.