Major Event 2 Factor Authentication

What is 2 FA and why is important?

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) can also be referred to as multiple factor authentication (MFA). This feature adds an additional layer of security to an online platform. The first level of protection is your username and password. This additional step of authentication makes it harder for an unauthorized person to access your account specially in the event where your password has been compromised.

You will get the 2FA screen below when you successfully sign in the Major Events System. There are 3 options for you to identify yourself.

1. Send a verification code to your email address,

2. Use of an authenticator app or

3. Answer a security question personal to you.

Email a verification code to your email address

A verification code will be sent to the email address recorded on your Scouts membership profile. The verification code is only valid for 30 minutes.

Use and Set up of an Authentication App

Step 1 - Download an authenticator app You need to download an authenticator app on your smart phone. We suggest the Microsoft or Google Authenticator app	Step 2 - Sync your app with your Extranet Account Sync your app with your Event System by going to My Account > QR Code Setup. Scan QR Code using your Authenticator App	Step 3 - Logging in Extranet After you login you, choose the Use Authenticator App option and enter code from the App
Download Auth App	Access your QR Code Scan QR Code using App (Microsoft)	Authenticator App Verification Code Required App Verification Code

Answer a security Question -

You will then be asked to answer a security question, this is a question personal to you