Authentication options (2FA and SSO)
StatusGator allows organizations to strengthen account security by enforcing two-factor authentication (2FA) and by enabling single sign-on (SSO) with SAML. Both options can be managed from the Team Management > Authentication Options page.
Two-factor authentication (2FA)
Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of protection to user accounts. With 2FA enabled, users must provide both their password and a verification code from an authenticator app (such as Google Authenticator, Authy, or 1Password).
How 2FA works in StatusGator
- Admins can enforce 2FA for all team members in the Authentication Options tab.
- Once enforced, every user will be redirected to their Profile > Two-Factor Authentication page on their next login.
- Users will be required to scan a QR code with an authenticator app and enter the verification code to complete setup.
Enable 2FA as a user
If your organization requires 2FA or if you want to enable it voluntarily:
- Go to Your Profile > Two-Factor Authentication.
- Scan the QR code with your authenticator app.
- Enter the generated 6-digit verification code.
- Click Enable 2FA to finish setup.
From now on, you’ll need both your password and the authentication code to log in.
Single sign-on (SSO)
StatusGator supports SAML-based SSO to allow your team to log in with your organization’s identity provider (IdP). This eliminates the need for separate StatusGator passwords and centralizes access control.
Configuring SSO
- Navigate to Team Management > Authentication Options.
- Under Configure Single Sign-On, fill in the following fields with values from your IdP:
- Issuer / Audience URI (SP Entity ID)
- SSO URL
- Identity Provider Entity ID
- Sign On URL
- Sign Out URL (optional)
- Choose your authorization method:
- Use an IdP certificate, or
- Use a certificate fingerprint and algorithm.
- Paste your certificate or fingerprint information.
- Toggle Enable SSO? to on and click Save.