> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.iafcertsearch.org/verifiers/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.iafcertsearch.org/verifiers/administration/settings/security-settings.md).

# Security Settings

## Security Settings

To view your Security Settings, from the Dashboard click **'Settings'** in the left-hand navigation. In the navigational tab, click "Security Settings"

Here, you can change your password, set up your login authenticators, and view your activities.

### Change Password <a href="#change-password" id="change-password"></a>

To change your password:

1. Click '**Settings'** in the left-hand navigation.
2. Click '**Security Settings'** in the navigational tab.
3. Click the **'Change Password'** button
4. In the pop-up window, type in the old password, new password, and confirm password. Ensure that the new password and the confirmed password match.
5. Once completed, click the **'Confirm'** button.
6. You have now successfully changed your password.

### 2-Factor Authentications <a href="#id-2-factor-authentications" id="id-2-factor-authentications"></a>

**Important Note:** The **Email Guard Authenticator** is always required. If you enable **Authentication through an** app, you will have the option to choose which authenticator to use during login.

**To manage your 2FA settings:**

1. Download an authenticator app (e.g., Google Authenticator) on your mobile device.
2. From the Dashboard, click **'Settings'** in the left-hand navigation menu.
3. Select **'Security Settings'** from the menu.
4. Toggle the switch to enable **Google Authenticator**.
5. A pop-up window will appear displaying a **QR code**.
6. Open your Google Authenticator app and add **IAF CertSearch** by scanning the QR code.
7. After scanning, click **'Continue'**.
8. On the next screen, enter the code generated by your Google Authenticator app.
9. Click **'Confirm'** to complete the setup.

Once enabled, 2FA will be required each time you log in to IAF CertSearch, enhancing the security of your account.

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