Public Multifactor Authentication

The MFA Tips and Resources webpage is available on PACER.gov to better assist public users in navigating the multifactor authentication (MFA) enforcement and enrollment process.  MFA provides an added layer of security to your account by requiring additional verification to log in.  Users with filing and all other types of CM/ECF-level access are required to enroll in MFA.  

Specific Learning aids for Multifactor Authentication are available:

•  Authentication Applications:  describes the MFA enrollment process by adding an authentication application (app), as well as how to delete an authentication app
• Backup Codes:  describes the MFA enrollment process by getting backup codes, as well as how to delete backup codes
• Logging in:  describes the process after enrolling in MFA, and what to do if you do not have access to your MFA methods(s).

The webpage provides information on frequently asked questions that the PACER Service Center has been receiving on the MFA process. Users should get immediate responses to their many questions on that page, supplementing the help they can receive from the PACER Service Center.

Questions can be directed to the PACER Service Center at pacer@psc.uscourts.gov or (800) 676-6856.

Shared Accounts:

Filers and other users with CM/ECF-level access who share their account will be able to add up to five authentication apps.  In other words, they can enroll up to four other users' authentication apps in addition to their own.  

Filing Account Account:

Alternatively, users can create their own PACER account and register for a filing agent account.  This type of account allows for electronic filing, independent from the attorney's account. As a result, multifactor authentication is specific to that user login and password and choice of MFA (app, backup code)

To register for a filing agent account, first obtain a PACER account.  Next, login to "Manage My Account" at PACER.gov, click on the Maintenance tab, and select the Non-Attorney E-File Registration and follow the prompts.  Upon receipt of the approved Registration, the attorney must link the filing agent account to their ECF account.  To do so, follow the instructions in the Court's online manual.