Pi Network (PI) Introduces Two-Factor Authentication – Here’s How to Secure Your Account
After a successful launch of its Open Mainnet last month, Pi
Network continues to enhance its platform’s functionality and security. One of
its latest measures is the introduction of Two-Factor Authentication (2FA),
designed to strengthen account protection and ensure a smooth transition to the
Mainnet.
2FA: A New Layer of Security for Pi Network
On March 13, Pi Network officially rolled out Two-Factor
Authentication (2FA) as part of its Mainnet migration process. Some
Pioneers are now required to complete 2FA before their Pi tokens can be
successfully transferred to the Mainnet blockchain.
This security enhancement ensures that only legitimate
owners can access their Pi Wallets by verifying ownership through a trusted
email address.
How to Activate 2FA on Pi Network
For Pioneers who have already linked a trusted email
address, the process can be completed quickly. However, for those who have not,
the following steps must be taken:
1. Adding a Trusted Email
- If you
have not done so, you must register a trusted email address by completing
a liveness check to verify account ownership.
- A
notification will appear in the Pi Network app prompting you to complete
this step.
- Only
Pioneers who have passed KYC (Know Your Customer), including those
in the provisional KYC phase, are eligible to add a trusted email at this
time.
2. Confirming the Migration Wallet
- Once a
trusted email has been added, Pioneers will gradually receive
notifications after mining sessions or via email to complete 2FA.
- Alternatively,
wallet migration can be confirmed through the Mainnet Checklist in
the app.
3. Verifying via Email
- During
the 2FA process, Pioneers must confirm access to their migration wallet
(or create a new one if necessary).
- A
follow-up email will be sent to finalize the confirmation process.
Important Security Warning!
Pioneers will only receive official emails from "noreply@pi.email".
Do not trust emails from any other source to avoid phishing scams or fraudulent
activities.
What Happens If You Fail to Complete 2FA?
For security reasons, Pioneers who migrated their Pi tokens
in the past few weeks but have not completed 2FA within 14 days will
have their tokens returned to the Pi mining app.
Why Is There a 14-Day Pending Period?
Pi Network enforces a 14-day pending period to allow
additional security checks before transactions become permanently recorded on
the Mainnet blockchain.
How Does Pi Return Work During Migration?
If 2FA is not completed within 14 days:
- The
migrated Pi tokens will return to the Unverified Balance instead of
the Transferable Balance.
- This does
not reduce the total amount of Pi a Pioneer will receive, but ensures
that all balances go through the necessary verification process before
final approval.
- Once
2FA is successfully completed, Pioneers will no longer experience token
returns.
- If a
migration was paused due to token returns, the migration process will
automatically resume after 2FA verification is confirmed.
Conclusion: Do Not Delay—Complete Your 2FA Now!
The implementation of Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
is a crucial step in strengthening the security of Pi Wallets and preventing
unauthorized access. As the migration to Mainnet progresses, Pioneers must act
swiftly to complete their 2FA verification to ensure their Pi tokens are not
returned.
If you have already completed all steps in the Mainnet
Checklist and are awaiting migration, make sure to add a trusted email and
finalize your 2FA verification as soon as you receive a notification!
Security is key! Do not risk losing access to your Pi
tokens due to incomplete verification.
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