Setting the Authenticator - Desktop/laptop (Authy)
If you do not have access to a mobile device to set up the Authenticator, then Authy can be used on desktops and laptops.
Third-party logins
If you log in through a third party please utilise the third party's account security features. If you'd like to set up the RuneScape Authenticator for your Apple or Google account please set a login email first.
The instructions below are intended as a guide only. Jagex is not responsible for the content of the app and players using it do so at their own risk.
You will need
- A desktop or laptop with internet access
- The Google Chrome internet browser
- A mobile phone able to receive a call or SMS message to verify your identity
- Your RuneScape account login and password
- A validated email on your RuneScape account
INSTALLING AUTHY
- Head to the Authy Chrome plug in
- Select 'Add to Chrome'
- Once the 'Add Authy' pop-up appears, select 'Add app'
- Set up:
- Select your country's phone code
- Enter a contact number
- Click 'OK'
- Enter a valid email address
- Click 'OK'
- Verify your identity via call or SMS
Your Authy account is now registered.
ADDING AUTHY TO RUNESCAPE
Once you have Authy installed, follow these steps:
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Head to your Authenticator account settings |
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Login to your account |
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Select 'Enable Authenticator' |
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Select 'Next' |
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Hit ‘Can’t scan the code?’ and follow the details provided |
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Return to the Authy application and select 'Add your account' |
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Enter the code generated by the RuneScape Authenticator page, and then click 'Add account' |
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You will then be presented with the option to customise the logo and name for your account (this is entirely your preference) |
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Exit and click on the account you have just added |
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Enter the code that's been generated by Authy into the RuneScape page |
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Select 'Next' and your account is now protected |