2-Factor Authentication

This article provides you with comprehensive information about account security and two-factor authentication.

As a payment service provider, Payrexx is subject to international anti-money laundering laws, which are continuously being tightened. In addition, we are committed to meeting the highest security standards to ensure the protection of payments and sensitive data for our merchants.

For this reason, two-factor authentication is enabled by default on every Payrexx user account.

What is Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)?

Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a security feature that adds an extra layer of protection to your user account. To sign in, you are required to provide two different types of identity verification—typically a combination of something you know (such as a password) and something you own (such as a smartphone). By enabling 2FA, your account is safeguarded against unauthorized access and the security of your sensitive data is significantly enhanced.

Email-based 2-factor authentication as default

All Payrexx user accounts are secured by default with two-factor authentication via email verification. For security reasons, this form of 2FA cannot be disabled.

Optional additional 2-factor authentication

To further strengthen the protection of your account, you can set up additional two-factor authentication methods by clicking on the button "Add 2FA method":

Adding an additional 2-factor authentication in Payrexx

1. Authenticator App: You will receive a 6-digit verification code via an authenticator app on your smartphone (e.g., Google Authenticator).

2. SMS: A 6-digit code will be sent to you via SMS for login verification.