We've mentioned using two-factor authentication with a text or voice message in the past, but the Google Authenticator app can be more convenient. It displays a code that changes every thirty seconds. The code is generated on your device, so you can use the app even if your device is of...
Two-factor authentication apps: Apps like Google Authenticator generate time-sensitive codes that you enter when logging into Facebook. You may download any third-party authenticator app on your device where you mostly use Facebook and scan the barcode Facebook provided to set it up.You may choo...
To turn 2FA on or off for your Gmail, you’ll need to tweak the settings of your Google Account. You can access these settings by heading straight to your Google Account or from Gmail in the following way: Open “Gmail” in your browser. Click your“profile icon”in the top right corn...
Turn on 2FA for LastPass Log into your LastPass account Click on Account Settings at the side Select “Multifactor Options” Choose the 2FA service you want to use. In this example we’ll be using Google Authenticator Click the pencil icon next to Google Authenticator Under “Enabled”, clic...
One last tip: use a different password on Gmail/Google than on other services. If you reuse a password and a hacker cracks into one company, they canuse the same passwordto crack into your Google account. Please don’t wait to turn on 2-step verification. It’s not that hard, and it...
Enable 2FA for WhatsApp Launch WhatsApp Go to the app’s Settings (Android users will need to tap the three-dot icon first) Tap on Account Tap on Two-step verification and then tap on Enable You will need to create a six-digit PIN ...
How to Turn On or Off 2FA in Discord From a PC Even though you’re using Discord on a PC, you still need a mobile device to use Authy or Google Authenticator. Thus, we recommend you keep your mobile phone nearby for easy use. Regardless, the process remains similar to the steps for...
Use an Authenticator App for 2FA Before you make the switch, make sure you've downloaded and signed in to an authenticator app on your smartphone. We recommendAuthy, but you'll find a good number of options available in theGoogle Play StoreandApple App Store. ...
Here's how to turn on 2FA to keep (at least some) hackers at bay. Choose your 2FA method If you're using Twitter's mobile app, lick on your icon on the top lefthand corner of the screen and scroll down to the bottom. Tap Settings and privacy. Those of you on a web browser ...
While this is a great way to protect your Google account from hackers, some say it brings forth new risks. Let’s see what they are and the steps to turn the feature off. Risks of 2-Factor Authentication While the benefits of turning on the 2FA are emphasized, the risks are not. Thes...