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2. Google Account - Wikipedia

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   The code is either generated by an application ("Google Authenticator" or other similar apps) or received from Google as an SMS text message, a voice message, or an email to another account. [5] [6] Trusted devices can be "marked" to skip this 2-step log-on authentication. [7]

3. Why am I asked to verify my account after signing in?

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   If there's something unusual about your sign in or recent activity, we'll ask you to go through another verification step after you've entered the correct password. This is an important security feature that helps to protect your account from unauthorized access.

4. Secure your AOL account

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   • Add another level of security - Turn on two-step verification and get sent a security code when someone logs in from an unfamiliar device or location. • Update your recovery information - Keep a current email address and mobile number on your account.

5. Add or disable 2-step verification for extra security - AOL Help

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   2. Next to "2-Step Verification," click Turn on 2SV. 3. Click Get started. 4. Select Authenticator app for your 2-step verification method.-To see this option, you'll need to have at least 2 recovery methods on your account . 5. Click Continue. 6. Scan the QR code using your authenticator app. 7. Click Continue. 8. Enter the code shown in your ...

6. Help:Two-factor authentication - Wikipedia

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   If you have a smartphone or tablet computer with Android or iOS, a mobile app is the most secure and the easiest way to use 2FA. If you don't have a mobile device or if you want to use a Windows tablet, see "Enabling 2FA on desktop and laptop computers". Download a 2FA app onto your mobile device. Some options include: Aegis (Android): free and ...

7. Multi-factor authentication - Wikipedia

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   Multi-factor authentication is typically deployed in access control systems through the use, firstly, of a physical possession (such as a fob, keycard, or QR-code displayed on a device) which acts as the identification credential, and secondly, a validation of one's identity such as facial biometrics or retinal scan. This form of multi-factor ...