Installing Google Authenticator

If you wish to set up Google Authenticator to received their authentication codes, you may find the installation steps for your device below.

Android Devices

Downloading the App

  1. Visit Google Play.
  2. Search for Google Authenticator.
  3. Download and install the application.

Setting Up the App

  1. On your device, open the Google Authenticator application.
    • If this is the first time you have used Authenticator, click the Add an account button.
    • Otherwise, choose Add an Account from the app's menu.
  2. To link your device to your SES account:
    • Using barcode:
      • Select Scan account barcode.
      • If the Authenticator app cannot locate a barcode scanner app on your phone, you should be prompted to download and install one. If you want to install a barcode scanner app so you can complete the setup process, press Install then go through the installation process. Once installed, re-open Google Authenticator.
      • Point your camera at the barcode on your computer screen. It should scan automatically.
    • Using secret key:
      • Select Enter provided key.
      • Enter a name for the account (i.e. SAFEescrow).
      • Enter the secret key from your computer screen.
      • Choose the Time based option.
      • Press Add.

iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad

Downloading the App

  1. Visit the App Store.
  2. Search for Google Authenticator.
  3. Download and install the application.

Setting Up the App

  1. On your device, open the Google Authenticator application.
  2. Tap the plus icon.
  3. Tap Time based.
  4. To link your device to your SES account:
    • Using barcode:
      • Select Scan barcode.
      • Point your camera at the barcode on your computer screen. It should scan automatically.
    • Using manual entry:
      • Select Manual Entry.
      • Enter a name for the account (i.e. SAFEescrow).
      • Enter the secret key from your computer screen.
      • Tap Done.