Choose once
The first sign-in asks how you want your code: by email, by Telegram (press Start in our bot) or with an authenticator app such as Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, 1Password or Authy. You also get ten one-time backup codes.
Email and Telegram codes
Codes last 10 minutes, work once and stop after five wrong tries; "Send a new code" sends another. Code emails are in German when your browser or phone is German, otherwise English. Switching method needs your account password.
Every sign-in
After the password, the 6-digit code is required. Remembered sign-ins without two-factor are asked to sign in again.
Passkeys and SSO
Passkeys and single sign-on (SAML, OIDC and SCIM) can be used instead, depending on your plan.
Frequently asked questions
Can two-factor be turned off?
No. It is always on for password sign-ins.
What if I lose my phone?
Use one of your backup codes to sign in, then set up two-factor again.
Related features
End-to-end encrypted remote desktop: the relay sees ciphertext only
Per-user activity log for remote access
The person at the computer stays in control
See how this compares on the feature matrix, or find Silux Connect in your country and city.
