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You can allow users to authenticate using their phone. This passwordless method lets users to receive a verification code via SMS. SMS can also be included as a secondary factor if you have [multi-factor authentication](/authenticate/multi-factor-auth/about-multi-factor-authentication/) set up.
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You can allow users to use their phone number as a primary and secondary method for authentication. This is a passwordless method, where the user is sent a verification code via SMS. SMS can also be included as a secondary factor if you have [multi-factor authentication](/authenticate/multi-factor-auth/about-multi-factor-authentication/) set up.
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This feature requires paid third-party services to use. Rates and limitations apply.
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## (Existing phone auth Twilio users only) Switch on SMS for MFA
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1. In Kinde, go to **Settings > Environment > SMS**.
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2. Scroll to the bottom and switch on the **Use this service for SMS MFA** option.
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3. Select **Save**.
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## Benefits of using a third-party SMS service instead of Kinde
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- Gives you full control over the SMS delivery nuances, such as SenderID, country registrations, and detailed delivery metrics.
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- You can register dedicated short codes or sender IDs in countries that have strict SMS sending regulations like Ireland, NZ and Canada, which will greatly improve deliverability.
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- Access to delivery logs and other service quality details for troubleshooting.
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## (Existing Twilio users only) Switch on SMS MFA
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1. In Kinde, go to **Settings > Environment > SMS**.
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2. Scroll to the bottom and switch on the **Use this service for SMS MFA** option.
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3. Select **Save**.
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## SMS provider requirements (Twilio)
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SMS authentication requires the services of a messaging provider, in this case, [Twilio](https://www.twilio.com/en-us).

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