Set Up Salesforce AuthenticatorIt ensures users can complete multi-factor authentication (MFA) and avoid login issues.21 May 2026Knowledge
InformationTitleSet Up Salesforce AuthenticatorValidation StatusValidatedURL Nameset-up-salesforce-authenticatorSummaryHelp SummaryIt ensures users can complete multi-factor authentication (MFA) and avoid login issues.Article CurrencyEUR - EuroArticle DetailsProcedure AudienceHelp Procedure AudienceAll Salesforce Commerce Cloud usersNew users onboarding to the platformProcedure PurposeHelp Procedure PurposeThis procedure explains how to install, connect, and use Salesforce Authenticator for secure access to Salesforce Commerce Cloud. It ensures users can complete multi-factor authentication (MFA) and avoid login issues.Procedure WarningsHelp Procedure WarningsWithout Authenticator, login will failMFA is mandatory for all usersDo not approve unexpected login requestsThis may indicate unauthorized accessLosing or changing your phone will block accessYou must contact support to reset MFANotifications must be enabledDisabled notifications will delay or block login approvalTime or network issues may delay requestsAlways check the app manually if no notification is receivedProcedure StepsHelp Procedure Steps1. Install Salesforce Authenticator Download the application on your mobile device: iOS: App StoreAndroid: Google Play Store Search for Salesforce Authenticator and install the app. 2. Open the Application Launch the app after installation. Click Add an Account. 3. Start Login from Your Computer Open your browser and go to the Salesforce Commerce Cloud login page (Business Manager). Enter your username and password. Click Log In. 4. Connect Your Account to the Authenticator A verification screen will appear with a pairing request. If prompted with a two-word phrase, check that the same phrase appears in your mobile appTap Connect on your mobile device ๐ This step links your Salesforce account to your phone. 5. Approve the First Login A notification will be sent to your phone. Open the notificationTap Approve You will be logged into Salesforce. 6. Enable Automatic Location-Based Approval (Optional but Recommended) On your mobile device: Allow Location Services for Salesforce Authenticator ๐ This enables faster approvals for trusted locations. 7. Validate Future Logins For each new login attempt: Enter your credentials on your computerReceive a notification on your phoneTap Approve to complete login 8. Handle Login Without Notification If you do not receive a push notification: Open the Salesforce Authenticator app manuallyFind the pending requestTap Approve 9. Add Multiple Accounts (If Needed) In the app: Click Add an AccountRepeat the pairing process ๐ You can manage multiple Salesforce accounts on the same device. Procedure Notes Salesforce Authenticator is required for MFA and secure loginThe mobile device becomes a trusted authentication methodApproval is required at each login attemptMultiple environments (staging, production) use the same authenticationPropertiesArticle Created DateHelp Article Created Date28/04/2026 14:41Created ByKarim Bangoura, 21/05/2026 14:38Last Modified ByKarim Bangoura, 21/05/2026 14:39Last Published Date21/05/2026 14:39