Tesla Two Factor Authorization (2FA) question

[vjcinajr]

Many 2FA systems do not require entering the time based code from the authenticator app unless the login is from a device not previously authorized by the authenticator. Thus, the typical use would be when a new device/browser logs in for the first time, 2FA is required. Then, if you log out and log in using the same device/browser, 2FA is not required because that device/browser is recognized as previously authorized.

Is this how Tesla does it?

I ask because I saw instructions imply that 2FA is required on EVERY login.

 

[Kandiru]

Not really, in fact my IP address got blocked after I set up 2FA and now I have to activate the VPN so I can bypass this glitch:

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To answer your question directly, 2FA is for very important logins (bank, work, car) and "trust this computer" is never a good idea as computers also get stolen.

 

[jcanoe]

The Tesla 2FA, when enabled, is required at every login.

 

[rxlawdude]

Not really, in fact my IP address got blocked after I set up 2FA and now I have to activate the VPN so I can bypass this glitch:

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To answer your question directly, 2FA is for very important logins (bank, work, car) and "trust this computer" is never a good idea as computers also get stolen.

But that only handles the second factor. The computer thief would still need user ID and passwords.

 

[vjcinajr]

<<"trust this computer" is never a good idea as computers also get stolen>>

True in most cases because most devices are portable, BUT not as true for my desktop computer locked inside my house. If someone stole my desktop system; Tesla 2FA would be the least of my worries.