2FA means two-factor authentication. With 2FA, people need password and a code from their phone. This makes the site more safe.

Follow these steps to install and set up 2FA in Drupal.

1. Download the modules

First, you need the modules. Open your terminal and run:

This will download all the files you need.

2. Install the modules

Now, install the modules. Run this command:

This will make the modules active on your site.

3. Add a Key

Go to this page in Drupal: /admin/config/system/keys/add

3.1 Create Key in Terminal

Open terminal and run: openssl rand -base64 32 

Here you will create a key. The key helps to lock and unlock information.

4. Add Encryption Profile

Go to: /admin/config/system/encryption/profiles/add

 Here you connect the key to encryption. Encryption means hiding information so only the system can read it.

5. Setup TFA

Go to: /admin/config/people/tfa
Here you can choose Google Authenticator or other methods. This will make 2FA active for accounts.

6. Change Permission

Go to: /admin/people/permissions
Change this permission: Set up TFA for account. It will send users to configure 2FA.

7. Login

After you log in, you will see a screen that says you need to set up 2FA. Click on "Set up application" to continue.

 

7.1: Set up application

Download one of the apps in the list. I recommend Google Authenticator. Open the app and scan the QR code. Then, type the code from the app into the box to finish setup.

8. Login Again

Next time you log in, you will see a screen that asks for a 2FA code. Open the app you used (for example, Google Authenticator). Type the code from the app. If the code is correct, you can enter the site.

Finish

Now your Drupal site is more safe, 2FA helps protect your account, Only you can log in with your password and the code from the app, Try it now on your site!