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What is two-factor authentication?

What is two-factor authentication?

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This article explains two-factor authentication and how to get authenticator apps and codes.

What is two-factor authentication?

Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a security feature that adds an extra layer of security to your account.

Instead of simply entering a username and password when you open an online account, two-factor authentication requires an additional verification code, which you receive via text message, email, or a third-party authenticator app.

This blocks people from accessing your account, because only you can see the authentication code. Without that code, others can't access your online accounts.