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title: Using MFA to Log in to the Kron PAM Desktop Client Application
slug: kronpam-reference-guide-3-9-0/using-mfa-to-log-in-to-the-kron-pam-desktop-client-application
description: Learn how to enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for Kron PAM Desktop Client login. Get step-by-step instructions on prerequisites such as obtaining a QR code, installing the Kron PAM mobile app, and enabling MFA for the user group. Access the System
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createdAt: 2022-07-31T17:28:01.000Z
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MFA can be enabled for Kron PAM Desktop Client Application login, for MFA-enabled user groups.
To activate MFA for Kron PAM Desktop Client log in:

1. Prerequisite: All users, including the Admin, have a QR code, installed the Kron PAM Mobile Client Application, scanned the QR code with the Kron PAM Mobile Client Application, and MFA is enabled for at least the user group. (See [Enabling Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)](docId\:EWfFlZCOkk4zsgvVXeAJU) for more)
2. Navigate to **Administration** > **System Configuration Manager**.
3. Set the required parameter
   **desktop.client.otp.enabled=true&#x20;**(one-time-password enabled for Desktop Client Login)

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