Overview

This page covers specific points on what the Multiple 2-Factor System (M2FS) is and how it functions. For general questions on the Secure Login System, please refer to KB1131.

Table of contents

• What is M2FS?
• Activation
• Operation
• Withdrawal limits
• Benefits

What is M2FS?

M2FS allows any client to maintain more than one active security device at the same time. You no longer need to choose between a physical security device and the IBKR Mobile app as either can be used interchangeably. If you already possess an active security device, any further device activation will result in both devices remaining simultaneously active.

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Activation

In case you currently use the Security Code Card / Digital Security Card+: if you use a physical security device, you may download and activate the IBKR Mobile app. Please refer to the directions for Android and iOS.

In case you currently use the IBKR Mobile app: If you use the IBKR Mobile app and have an account with a balance equal or greater than USD 500K, you qualify for the Digital Security Card+ . You may log in to Client Portal and request the DSC+ by following the instructions here.

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Operation

Once you have both a physical device and the IBKR Mobile app enabled, M2FS is represented by a drop-down menu upon login. You can now choose the device you wish to authenticate with, following the below steps:

1. Enter your username and password into the trading platform or Client Portal login screen and click Login. If the credentials have been accepted, a drop down will appear, allowing you to Select Second Factor Device. If you log in to the TWS, please notice that the M2FS is supported from version 966.

TWS:

Client Portal:

2. Once you select a security device, you will now be presented with the corresponding screen for authentication. Refer to the directions for:

- IB Key via IBKR Mobile (iOS) 
- IB Key via IBKR Mobile (Android)
- Security Code Card
- Digital Security Card+
 

3. If the second factor authentication succeeds, the Log-in will now automatically proceed.

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Withdrawal limits

The device used to authenticate your withdrawal will define your withdrawal limits, according to the below table:

1: Represents a legacy device that is no longer issued.

Example: You have both the IBKR Mobile app and the Digital Security Card+ enabled and you need to withdrawal more than USD 200K. You can use either device to login to Client Portal but you will be required to use the Digital Security Card+ to confirm your withdrawal request.

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Benefits

M2FS provides even more flexibility to IBKR's Secure Login System by allowing you to choose what security device you want to authenticate with. In addition to the convenience of using a device which is trusted and routinely accessible, you can eliminate delays associated with authenticating at times a trade needs to be entered quickly.

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