GUIDE: THETIS KEY AS TOTP 2FA [Google Service as an Example]

How Thetis TOPT 2FA Authenticator Works?

  • Same Function as Apps: Works like Google/Microsoft Authenticator but with added hardware security.
  • Secure Storage: OTP seeds are stored safely on the physical Thetis Key.
  • Offline Generation: The key generates OTP codes offline, adding security.
  • Easy Access: Retrieve OTP codes via Thetis Authenticator App on Android/iOS or software on PC/MAC.
  • Physical Connection: OTP retrieval requires physical key connection via USB or NFC, providing extra physical separation security.

Setup Guides (Using Google Service as an Example)

1. Enable Google 2FA for Your Account

  • Log in to your Google account and go to the Security section.

  • Under 2-Step Verification, select Authenticator App, then choose Set up.

  • Google will display a QR code and a manual seed key (click Can’t Scan it? for the seed key).

  • Keep this page open, as you’ll need it to record the seed onto your Thetis Key.

2. Prepare Your Thetis Key and Software

  • On Computer: Download the Thetis Manager software from the [Download Center]. Insert the Thetis Key into your computer. Ensure your operating system is updated to the latest version.

  • On Mobile: Download the Thetis Authenticator App for iOS/Android [Download Center]. Ensure your phone has NFC and that the OS is compatible with the app.

3. Record the Seed on Thetis Key and Complete Google Setup

On Computer:

  1. Open the Thetis Manager software, connect your Thetis Key, and ensure it’s recognized.

  2. Go to the TOTP section and click the “+” icon in the upper right corner.

  3. For Issuer and Account Name, enter Google - YourEmail@example.com to identify this account.

  4. Input the seed key provided by Google and click Add to save it to your Thetis Key.

  5. In the TOTP section, retrieve the 6-digit OTP code generated from your Thetis Key.

  6. Return to the Google 2FA setup, click Next, and enter the 6-digit code from the Thetis Key to complete the setup.

On Mobile App:

  1. Open the Thetis Authenticator App and tap Add in the upper right corner.

  2. Select Scan QR Code and scan the QR code displayed in Google’s security setup page.

  3. Tap Save, and the app will prompt you to scan your Thetis Key.

  4. Unfold the Thetis Key and hold it near the NFC area on your phone (top back, near the rear camera).

  5. Once successfully scanned, the seed will be stored on the Thetis Key.

  6. On the main screen, pull down to refresh, scan your Thetis Key with NFC, and retrieve the TOTP code.

  7. Go back to the Google setup page, click Next, and enter the 6-digit code generated by the Thetis Key.

4. Test the Setup

  • After completing the setup, log out of your Google account.

  • Log back in, enter your password, and when prompted, use either the Thetis Authenticator App or Thetis Manager Software to retrieve the code from your Thetis Key.

  • Enter this code to complete the login process.