OTP

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OTP / 2FA QR Code Generator | Set Up an Authenticator

An OTP QR code isn't a one-time code itself — it's the secret used to set up a code generator in an authenticator app, after which codes are generated locally and rotate every 30 seconds.

What is this QR code?

An OTP QR code encodes an otpauth:// URI with a secret key for configuring two-factor authentication (TOTP) in an authenticator app such as Google Authenticator or Authy.

Best use cases

  • ✓Setting up 2FA for a new service account by scanning instead of typing the secret key manually.
  • ✓A backup QR code for recovering two-factor authentication after switching phones.
  • ✓Corporate onboarding to configure VPN access via TOTP.
  • ✓IT department documentation for quickly adding an employee to an authenticator app.

How to generate your QR code

1

Select 'OTP / 2FA' as your QR code type.

2

Enter your TOTP secret key and account label.

3

Customize the colors and shape if desired.

4

Download your QR code and scan it in your authenticator app.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the code inside the QR code the actual one-time password?

No, the QR code contains only the setup secret — the actual one-time code is generated locally on the device and changes periodically.

Which apps support this format?

The otpauth:// format follows the TOTP standard (RFC 6238), compatible with Google Authenticator, Authy, 1Password, and others.