What is two-factor authentication?
2FA means you need two things to log in:
Your password
A one-time code from your phone, either sent via SMS or generated by an app
This keeps your account safer, especially if your password is ever compromised. 🔐
📱 How to activate 2FA in the mobile app
From your Selma app, go to Profile
Tap the ⚙️ icon
Select Two-factor authentication, then Set up 2FA
Follow the steps to first activate SMS verification, and then optionally switch to an authenticator app (strongly recommended)
💻 How to activate 2FA from your web browser
Navigate to Menu > Settings
Scroll down to Two-Factor Authentication and click on Set up
Follow the steps to first activate SMS verification, and then optionally switch to an authenticator app (strongly recommended)
✅ Done! Your Selma account is now protected with two-factor authentication.
Authenticator app or SMS, which should I use?
We strongly recommend using an authenticator app like Google Authenticator, Duo Mobile, or Microsoft Authenticator.
Here's why:
More secure than SMS
Works even without mobile reception
No issues if you change your phone number
SMS is a good first step that's quick and simple to set up. But it's less flexible and secure in the long run:
You need access to the same phone number
Changing numbers could lock you out of your account