Developer & DevOps

Generate Two-Factor Authentication TOTP Codes in n8n

2 nodes 299 137 Automatic trigger
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Workflow Description

Automate the creation of time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) on demand through manual triggers. Implement multi-factor authentication for securing sensitive operations and accounts. Suitable for developers requiring programmatic access to authentication tokens without third-party dependencies.

How it works

  1. 1.Activate the manual trigger to initiate token generation workflow
  2. 2.Invoke the TOTP node to compute the time-based verification code
  3. 3.Deliver the generated code for immediate authentication use

Use cases

  • Generate TOTP codes programmatically for API authentication flows
  • Automate multi-factor authentication in restricted-access workflows
  • Enable secure authentication for integrated applications and services

Requirements

  • Understanding of TOTP configuration and time-synchronization principles
  • Base32-encoded secret key and compatible hash algorithm setup
  • Access to n8n's manual trigger capability

Service Value

Ready-made workflow template for automation delivery and service execution.

Apps Used

TOTP

Details

Trigger Automatic trigger
Nodes 2
Apps 1
Views 299
Downloads 137

How to Use

  1. 1.Click "Download Template"
  2. 2.Open your n8n dashboard
  3. 3.Go to Workflows > Import from File
  4. 4.Select downloaded file and configure credentials

Nodes Used (2)

When clicking ‘Test workflow’

Manual Trigger

#1

TOTP

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#2