What is 2FA and why should you use it?

Two-factor authentication (or two-step authentication) is an important security measure that adds a second layer of protection in addition to your password. Adding this additional security layer makes it much harder for hackers to break into your accounts. Learn how two-factor authentication (2FA) works and how to implement it to dramatically improve your digital security.

What is 2FA and how can I use it?

2FA or Two-Factor Authentication is an additional layer of security for your account. Users can choose to set it up in order to prevent their account from being stolen. There are two ways to use 2F...

What's the difference between MFA and 2FA?

2FA and MFA are sometimes used interchangeably. A simple answer is 2FA involves having two factors for authentication, whereas MFA involves having two or more factors. This would make 2FA a subset of MFA. Another distinction that could be made is the number of unique factors used for authentication.

What if I Lose my 2FA?

Lost 2FA If you lose access to your authentication device, you have to disable 2FA and then enable it again with your new Google Authenticator. Take the 8-digit backup codes that you stored when you enabled 2FA and follow three steps: Step 1.