Enable 2FA
To secure your Pressable account, an additional security layer can be enabled for My Pressable Control Panel by enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). With MyPressable two-factor authentication enabled, you need a code from your mobile phone, email, or an authenticator app to authenticate the login.
The authenticator app option is the most secure method and is what we recommend. Before proceeding, please install an authentication application on your phone, such as Google Authenticator or Authy. Those applications are available for both Android and iOS.
Navigate to the Security settings by clicking on your profile image, then Settings, then Security in the bottom left corner, or this link here: https://my.pressable.com/settings/security:
On the Settings > Security page, you will see the Two-Factor Authentication section. You can now choose the option of App, SMS, or Email:
App 2FA Option
Once you click on the Activate button for the App-based 2FA, you will see a setup option. Scan the provided QR code with your device and follow the prompts to configure it:
The authentication application should then add a profile for the barcode you scanned with a code. Enter this code into the field provided for the Confirmation Code. Then click on the Verify button.
SMS 2FA Option
Once you click on the Activate button for the SMS-based 2FA, you will see a screen to enter the phone number. Choose the country code and phone number to set up SMS. Click on Send Code to receive the code.
Enter the code and click on Verify to complete the set up.
The authentication SMS device can then be used at login to generate a login code.
Phone numbers from China won’t currently work with the SMS option. Please use the App (recommended) or Email (least secure) 2FA options instead.
Email 2FA Option
Once you click on the Activate button for the Email-based 2FA, you will see a screen to enter the code sent via email.
Please note that Email is the least secure option we offer. If possible, use the App or SMS method instead. If you choose Email 2FA, you can only use the email address associated with your Pressable account.
The code will automatically be sent to the email associated with your Pressable account.
You can now enter the code and click on Verify to complete the set up and to log in to your account.
For the SMS code or the Email code, if needed, you can click Resend in the login prompt to receive another code. There is a visual timer that enforces a 2-minute wait time between resend requests.
Recovery Codes
Recovery codes provide a secure backup method to access your account if you are ever unable to complete a Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) challenge — for example, if you lose access to your authentication app or device. Each recovery code can be used once and helps ensure you can always regain access to your account safely.
You will see a screen like this upon first login after 2FA is set up for your account. You will be directed to a page where you can view, copy, or download your codes. If you skip this step, you will not be able to retrieve them later.
We strongly recommend storing them in a secure location, such as a password manager.
How to Use Recovery Codes
Recovery codes are a set of one-time-use codes automatically generated for your account when you first log in after 2FA is enabled. These codes act as an alternative verification method if you cannot use your primary 2FA device.
If you are locked out during a 2FA prompt:
- On the 2FA challenge screen, enter one of your unused recovery codes.
- If the code is valid and unused, you will be logged in successfully.
- If a code has already been used, the system will not accept it. Each code only works one time.
If you lose your recovery codes or believe they may be compromised, you can have them reset by contacting the Pressable Support Team. When recovery codes are reset, all existing codes are deleted, and new codes will be generated automatically the next time you log in.
Disable 2FA
The 2FA feature can be disabled from the same location on the https://my.pressable.com/settings/security page by choosing the Disable button option. For security, you will be prompted to enter your account password to confirm this action.
