Overview

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) must be enabled for your Apple ID Developer Account. This article shows what needs to be done so you can set up the Two-Factor Authentication for Apple Developer Accounts. 

Diagnosis

When publishing an iOS app or rebuilding a Push Notification certificate you may be asked to provide your 2FA. The 2FA method validates a user's claimed identity by asking for a password and a second factor. It acts as another layer of security protection. A common example of a 2FA is a six-digit number generated from another authorized device.

Note: Since February 27, 2019 2FA is required for Account Holders of a developer program to sign in to their Apple Developer account and Certificates, Identifiers and Profiles"

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Prerequisites

• Apple Developer Account

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Solution

Follow the instructions outlined in the Two Factor Authentication for Apple ID KB article in the "Set up two-factor authentication for your Apple ID" Section.

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Testing

Your 2FA will be configured and you will be able to use it whenever requested. This way you will be able to publish your iOS app and/or rebuild your Push Notification Certificate 

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Related Articles

•  Creating an Apple Developer Account