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description: Generate a new 2fa recovery code
keywords: Docker, docker, registry, security, Docker Hub, authentication, two-factor authentication
title: Generate a new recovery code
---

If you have lost your two-factor authentication recovery code and still have
access to your Docker Hub account, you can generate a new recovery code.

## Generate a new recovery code

1. Sign in to your Docker Hub account. 
2. Select your username and then from the drop-down menu, select **Account Settings**.
3. Navigate to the **Security** tab and select **Click here to generate a new code**.
4. Enter your password.

Your new recovery code is displayed. Remember to save your recovery code
and store it somewhere safe.