WPS Two-Step Verification adds an extra sign-in check for your WPS account; this guide covers 2 core tasks, with 2 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 2 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 2 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
About This Feature
Overview
Two-Step Verification is an account security feature for WPS sign-in. It adds an extra verification step after your password to help reduce the risk of unauthorized access.
Core tasks include:
- Turn on Two-Step Verification: add email-code verification for your account so sign-in on a new device requires an extra check.
- Turn off Two-Step Verification: complete identity verification and return the account to the regular sign-in flow.
This feature is useful for people who want stronger protection for personal files, cloud content, and account information, especially when signing in across multiple devices.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Mac device that can run WPS Office normally |
| App version | The latest version of WPS Office is recommended |
| Network | An active internet connection is needed to open the personal center and security settings |
| Other | Sign in to a WPS account and make sure the bound email address can receive verification codes |
Download & Installation
Before using Two-Step Verification, install WPS Office on your Mac and sign in with your account.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Check after installation | Open WPS Office, sign in, open your profile, and confirm that the Security Settings entry is available |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | Supports turning Two-Step Verification on or off in account security settings. The current setup flow uses an email verification code for binding and verification. | Supports turning two-step verification on or off for a Microsoft account, with identity checks through email, phone, or an authenticator app. | Supports 2-Step Verification for a Google Account with a password plus a second step, and also supports passkeys. | Supports 2-step verification in account settings with authenticator codes or text messages, and provides backup codes. | Supports two-step verification for an Adobe account with Adobe Account Access, email, or text message verification. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: the path starts from the WPS client profile entry and goes directly to Personal Center and Security Settings. Distinct: turning the feature on and off is managed in one account-security path. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft offers more verification methods, but account security management is centered on the Microsoft account web security page. | Compared with WPS: Google offers more second-step options and phishing-resistant methods, with more detailed security settings. | Compared with WPS: Notion offers backup codes and multiple verification methods, but it requires a password and does not apply in some identity-provider login setups. | Compared with WPS: Adobe offers more verification methods and is designed around Adobe account security across Adobe services. |
| Official Source | — | Microsoft account two-step verification | Google Account 2-Step Verification | Notion two-step verification | Adobe account two-step verification |
Overall Conclusion
If you mainly manage document access and account sign-in inside the WPS account system, WPS Two-Step Verification provides a direct and easy-to-find protection path. Compared with Microsoft, Google, Notion, and Adobe, WPS keeps the setup flow more focused inside the account center, while those services provide a wider range of verification methods.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Need | How This Feature Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New-device sign-in protection | People who switch devices often | Extra confirmation is needed when the account signs in on a new device | Turn on Two-Step Verification so a verification code is required on a new device |
| 2 | Personal account security management | People who pay close attention to account safety | Password-only sign-in provides fewer protection layers | Enable Two-Step Verification in Security Settings |
| 3 | Email verification readiness check | People who already bound an email address | Verification codes may not arrive in time | Confirm that the email address can receive messages before setup |
| 4 | Temporary removal of extra verification | People adjusting account security settings | The extra verification step needs to be removed | Turn off Two-Step Verification after identity verification |
| 5 | Unified account management across devices | People using desktop and web account pages together | The security entry is not always obvious | Open Personal Center from the profile and manage security settings in one place |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Two-Step Verification settings | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic PDF features | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Cloud storage | 1 GB | 20 GB |
| Template downloads | Limited downloads | More template benefits |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You only need stronger account sign-in protection | Free | Two-Step Verification itself is available without membership |
| You also need more cloud storage and broader office benefits | WPS Premium | Better fit for people who need ongoing cloud, template, and advanced office benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page