Device approvals add an extra layer of security to your Robinhood account. When you update your account information or log in with a new device, we’ll notify your mobile devices to verify it’s really you taking the action. You can either approve the notification to complete the action, or deny it to block the action and secure your account instantly.

In some cases, you may need to complete additional identity verification steps to ensure your account’s security. These measures are designed to protect your account and keep it safe. Verifying it’s you and Security best practices have more details.

Device approvals are an extra level of security meant to help keep your Robinhood account safe. Any time you update your account information or log in to Robinhood on a new device, we’ll send a notification to each of your mobile devices to verify it’s really you taking the action. You can either approve the notification to complete the action, or deny it to help secure your Robinhood account instantly.

If you haven’t already enabled Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), you’ll automatically start receiving device approval notifications.

If you aren't receiving them, you can set your preferred 2FA method to Device approvals in the app or on the web:

1. Select Account (person icon) → Menu (3 bars) or Settings (gear)
2. Select Security and privacy
3. Select Two-Factor Authentication
4. Select Device approvals
5. When prompted, enter the verification code and confirm your settings

Alternatively, check out Two-factor authentication for details on how to enable 2FA to use SMS or an authenticator app.

If you receive an unexpected notification on your device and it isn’t you taking the action:

1. Review the activity and select Deny to block the attempt
2. After that, immediately change your password
3. Review devices associated with your account and remove any you no longer use or don’t recognize

Robinhood can’t always guarantee delivery of push notifications. Device approvals are subject to service availability, your Robinhood app and mobile device settings. Notifications are provided for informational purposes only.

Robinhood U.K. Ltd (Robinhood UK) is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 823590). Robinhood UK onboards UK customers and has the lead customer relationship with UK customers in relation to their use of the Robinhood UK app and website. Robinhood UK introduces UK customers to Robinhood Securities, LLC for order routing, execution, clearing, settlement, arranging custody services and margin lending to eligible UK customers with margin accounts. Robinhood Securities, LLC is regulated in the US by the SEC and FINRA. Robinhood UK and Robinhood Securities, LLC are subsidiaries of Robinhood Markets, Inc.