This article explains how to set up and use Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) when accessing the Supplier Portal. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of security by requiring a one-time verification code in addition to your username and password.

What is Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)?

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is a security feature that requires, two forms of verification when you sign in:

1. Username and password and
2. One-time verification code generated by an Authenticator app or sent to your mobile phone (Note: The code will never be sent your email inbox).

Even if someone obtains your password, they cannot access your account without the second authentication factor.

Why Is 2FA Mandatory?

2FA helps protect:

• Sensitive commercial and financial information, including banking details.
• Purchase orders, invoices, and contracts.
• Supplier accounts from unauthorized access, fraud, and phishing attempts.
• The broader supply chain from cybersecurity threats.

2FA is widely recognized as an industry best practice for account security.

Prerequisites

Before setting up 2FA, ensure that:

• You have an active Unimarket Supplier profile.
• You know your email address and password.
• You have access to one of the following:
  • A mobile phone capable of receiving SMS messages, or
  • An authenticator application installed on your mobile device.

Set Up 2FA for the First Time

Step 1: Install the Desired Authenticator Application on Your Phone

IMPORTANT Note: For security purposes, Unimarket only allows the Authenticator to be set up on one app or one mobile number, per supplier profile.

Step 2: Sign in to the Supplier Portal

• Log in using your existing email address and password.
• Result: After successful sign-in, you will be redirected to the 2FA setup screen.

Step 3: Open the Authenticator Application on Your Phone

Step 4: Choose Your Verification Method

Select one of the following options:

Option A: Use an Authenticator App to Scan the QR code

• On your computer, you’ll see a QR code.
• In your authenticator app, choose Add account → Scan QR code.
• Scan the code shown on the screen.

• Enter the 6‑digit code
  • The app will show a 6‑digit code.
  • Type the code into Unimarket and confirm.

Option B: Receive Codes via Text Message on Your Phone

• On the 2FA screen, click “Try Another Method”.
• Choose Text message (SMS).

Note: SMS-based 2FA is an opt-in service. Future login codes will be sent to your mobile phone via SMS.

• Enter your phone number
• Enter the code you receive by via text message.

Sign Into Your Supplier Profile Using 2FA

1. Enter your email address and password.
2. Retrieve your one-time code from:
   • Your authenticator app, or
   • The SMS message sent to your mobile phone
3. Enter the code when prompted.
4. Result: You are granted access to the Supplier Portal.

Verify That Setup Was Successful

You can confirm that 2FA is enabled when:

• You are prompted for a verification code after entering your email address and password.
• You can successfully complete sign-in using the one-time code.