WPS Two-Step Verification adds an extra identity check during sign-in 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 in WPS that adds an extra identity check in addition to your password during sign-in. It helps reduce the risk of unauthorized access to your account.
The main tasks covered in this guide are:
- Turn on Two-Step Verification: Set up email verification in the security settings of your personal center.
- Turn off Two-Step Verification: Complete identity verification in account security settings and disable the feature.
This feature is useful for protecting a personal office account, signing in across multiple devices, and adding extra protection for new-device sign-ins.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | A Windows device that can run WPS Office and access the account center |
| App version | It is recommended to use the latest version of WPS Office |
| Network | An internet connection is required when turning Two-Step Verification on or off |
| Other | You need to sign in to a WPS account and be able to receive verification codes in the bound email inbox |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation notes | Download and install the WPS Office Windows client, then sign in to your account to open the personal center for security settings |
| Post-install check | Open the WPS home page and click your profile picture to access the personal center |
Source: WPS download page
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | WPS lets you turn Two-Step Verification on or off from the personal center, with a clear path for email-code setup and disabling the feature. | Microsoft accounts support turning two-step verification on or off and can use email, phone, or an authenticator app as the second step. | Google Accounts support 2-Step Verification with password-plus-second-step sign-in and additional methods such as passkeys and Google prompts. | Notion supports 2-step verification in account settings with authenticator or text-message setup, and it also provides backup codes. | Adobe accounts support two-step verification with Adobe Account Access, email, or SMS as verification methods. |
| WPS Advantages | Advantage: The setup path is centralized in the WPS client through the profile menu and personal center, which is convenient for routine account security changes. | Compared with WPS: Microsoft offers more verification methods, but detailed setup is typically managed in the Microsoft account security page. | Compared with WPS: Google offers more sign-in methods, including passkeys and prompts, with broader account security options. | Compared with WPS: Notion includes backup codes and multiple methods, but some users in identity-provider-based organizations must manage sign-in through that provider. | Compared with WPS: Adobe supports several verification methods across the Adobe account system, with setup centered on the Adobe account page. |
| 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 want a direct way to manage account sign-in protection from within the WPS client, WPS Two-Step Verification provides a focused setup path. If you need more verification methods, backup options, or broader account-security controls, other platforms provide a wider range of account security choices.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable for | Main issue | How it helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Protecting a daily office account | Individual users | Concern about account access after password exposure | Turn on Two-Step Verification to add one more sign-in check |
| 2 | New-device sign-in protection | Users who switch devices often | No extra confirmation on a new device | Require an additional verification step during sign-in |
| 3 | Removing extra verification | Users adjusting their security preferences | Need to stop the extra sign-in step | Turn off Two-Step Verification after identity confirmation |
| 4 | Managing email verification | Users with a bound email address | Need to verify identity through email | Use the email code method during setup |
| 5 | Reviewing account security settings | Users who actively manage account safety | Not sure where the security entry is | Open the personal center from the profile picture and review security settings |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Turn on Two-Step Verification | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Turn off Two-Step Verification | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic account security settings | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Additional productivity benefits | Available within the free plan scope | Available according to the selected premium plan |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage scenario | Recommended plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You only need stronger account sign-in protection | Free | Two-Step Verification itself can be used without membership |
| You want account protection plus more advanced productivity features | WPS Premium | You can use premium plan benefits in addition to account security settings |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership center: Subscribe now
Source: WPS Office pricing page