two-factor-authentication-best-practices

You can implement two-factor authentication by integrating a TOTP-based authenticator setup, configuring OTP delivery via email or SMS, and applying secure sign-in verification workflows to reduce the risk of credential theft and account takeover.

The best way to manage backup codes for MFA is to follow a comprehensive blueprint that specifies secure generation, storage, and rotation of backup codes, ensuring users can regain access if they lose their primary authentication device.

Yes, you can set up trusted devices and session management to minimize friction during two-factor authentication while preserving security, allowing returning users on verified devices to bypass repeated MFA prompts.

Yes, implementing MFA with Better Auth requires enabling the twoFactor plugin, migrating your database, and verifying database changes to ensure the schema properly supports TOTP setup, OTP delivery, and backup code storage.

Relying solely on OTP delivery for two-factor authentication without trusted device management can create user friction, so combining OTP delivery with backup codes and trusted session management ensures a more robust and reliable security posture.