On March 13, 2025, Pi Network announced the introduction of two-factor authentication (2FA) to ensure the security of users' accounts and Pi coins.
Why Is 2FA Introduced on Pi Network?
Two-factor authentication is an additional layer of security. For network participants, 2FA confirms that the wallet you send your Pi to belongs to you. It does this by linking your account to a trusted email address only you control. Protecting your Pi and successful completion of their migration to Mainnet is impossible without 2FA.
Setting Up a Trusted Email Address
To use 2FA, you need a trusted email address. If it's already linked to your account, use it to start 2FA. Otherwise, the system will prompt you to add a new one and perform a 'liveness check' to prove you're a real person and owner of the email. Only users verified by KYC (Know Your Customer) can add trusted emails.
What Happens If 2FA Is Incomplete?
When transferring Pi to the Mainnet, there is a 14-day waiting period during which you cannot use your coins. This time allows for additional verification of the transfer's correctness. Without completing 2FA, your Pi may be returned to the main app to protect your account. Once 2FA is successfully completed, the migration process will resume.
The introduction of 2FA and the coin return feature help ensure user security on Pi Network. These measures aim to protect your assets and guarantee that your Pi coins end up with you, not a third party.
