---
type: source
title: "FreeOTP: TOTP-Code abrufen"
tags: [2fa, totp, freeotp, guide]
related: [freeotp, totp, 2-factor-authentication]
created: 2026-07-01
updated: 2026-07-01
sources: ["output/rz_uni_greifswald_de_support_dokumentation_anleitungen_2fa_mit_totp_totp_code_ab.md"]
---

# FreeOTP: TOTP-Code abrufen

This source provides a practical operational guide for users of the **FreeOTP** application to retrieve and use Time-based One-Time Passwords (TOTP) for accessing protected university services.

## Key Instructions

### Code Retrieval Process
1. **Select Account**: Choose the specific account entry within the FreeOTP app.
2. **Identify Code**: Locate the six-digit numeric code.
3. **Timing**: Note that the code is valid for a maximum of **30 seconds**. If the remaining time (indicated by the circle in the entry) is too low, users should wait for a new code to be generated.
4. **Transfer**: Enter the code into the "TOTP-Code" or "Code" field of the target application.
5. **Confirmation**: Click "Confirm" or "Continue" to complete the login.

### Transfer Methods
- **Manual Transfer**: Used when the authenticator app is on a separate device from the login application.
- **Clipboard Transfer**: Used when both the app and the login page are on the same device (e.g., a smartphone):
    - Tap the **Share** icon.
    - Select **Copy to clipboard**.
    - Paste the code into the target application's input field.

## Support
Technical issues regarding these services are handled by the **Universitätsrechenzentrum (URZ)** via their **Groupware** ticket system or the support hotline (ext. 1420).