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| title: Two Factor Authentication | ||
| publishDate: 09 JUL 2022 | ||
| publishDate: 30 MAR 2023 | ||
| writer: Mark | ||
| href: https://twitter.com/_Hopelezz | ||
| description: How does Two Factor Authentication protect your account? | ||
| description: How Two-Factor Authentication Works and Why You Should Use It | ||
| img: /assets/images/twofactorauth.jpg | ||
| alt: Security | ||
| tags: security | ||
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| # How Two-Factor Authentication Works and Why You Should Use It | ||
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| If you use online services such as email, social media, banking, or shopping, you probably have a lot of passwords to remember. Passwords are the most common way to authenticate your identity and access your accounts. However, passwords are also vulnerable to hacking, phishing, and guessing. If someone gets hold of your password, they can access your account and do anything they want with it. | ||
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| # TODO: Create Post on Two Factor Authentication to go With Password | ||
| Two Factor Authentication (2FA) is a security method that adds an extra layer of protection to your online accounts. It requires you to enter not only your password, but also a unique code that is sent to your phone or email, or generated by an app or a device. This way, even if someone knows your password, they cannot access your account without the second factor. | ||
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| 2FA is becoming more common and recommended for many online services, such as banking, email, social media, cloud storage, and more. It can help prevent identity theft, phishing, hacking, and other cyberattacks that target your personal and financial information. | ||
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| ## Content | ||
| In this article, we will explain how 2FA works and how you can set it up for some popular online platforms. | ||
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| ## How 2FA works | ||
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| There are different types of 2FA methods, but they all rely on the same principle: something you know (your password) and something you have (your phone, email, app, or device). The second factor can be: | ||
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| - A text message (SMS) or a voice call that sends you a code to enter on the login screen. | ||
| - An email that sends you a link to click or a code to enter on the login screen. | ||
| - An authenticator app (such as Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, Authy, etc.) that generates a code on your phone that you enter on the login screen. The code changes every few seconds and does not require an internet connection. | ||
| - A hardware device (such as YubiKey, Titan Security Key, etc.) that plugs into your computer or connects via Bluetooth or NFC and verifies your identity with a touch or a button press. | ||
| - A biometric factor (such as your fingerprint, face scan, iris scan, etc.) that scans your physical feature and verifies your identity. | ||
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| Depending on the online service you use, you may have different options for 2FA methods. Some services may require you to use 2FA every time you log in, while others may only ask for it when you log in from a new device or location. Some services may also allow you to set up backup codes or recovery options in case you lose access to your phone or email. | ||
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| ## How to set up 2FA | ||
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| The process of setting up 2FA may vary depending on the online service you use, but it usually involves the following steps: | ||
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| - Log in to your account and go to the security settings. | ||
| - Find the option to enable 2FA and choose the method you prefer (SMS, email, app, device, etc.). | ||
| - Follow the instructions to verify your phone number, email address, app, device, etc. You may need to enter a code or scan a QR code. | ||
| - Confirm that 2FA is enabled and save any backup codes or recovery options if available. | ||
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| Here are some examples of how to set up 2FA for some popular online platforms: | ||
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| To enable 2FA on your Google account, go to [myaccount.google.com](https://myaccount.google.com/) and sign in. Click on **Security** and then **2-Step Verification**. Follow the instructions to set up 2FA. | ||
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| To enable 2FA on your Facebook account, go to [facebook.com/settings](https://facebook.com/settings) and sign in. Click on **Security and Login** and then **Use two-factor authentication**. Follow the instructions to set up 2FA. | ||
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| To enable 2FA on your Twitter account, go to [twitter.com/settings/security](https://twitter.com/settings/security) and sign in. Click on **Two-factor authentication** and then **Set up two-factor authentication**. Follow the instructions to set up 2FA. | ||
| Some services may require you to verify your phone number or email address before enabling 2FA. Some services may also offer backup codes or recovery options in case you lose access to your second factor. | ||
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| ## Benefits of 2FA | ||
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| Using 2FA can significantly improve the security of your online accounts and protect them from unauthorized access. It can also help you avoid falling victim to phishing scams that try to trick you into revealing your password or clicking on malicious links. By adding an extra layer of verification, you can ensure that only you can access your account. | ||
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| However, 2FA is not foolproof and does not guarantee absolute security. You still need to use strong and unique passwords for each account and change them regularly. You also need to keep your phone or email secure and avoid sharing your codes with anyone. If you lose access to your phone or email or forget your | ||
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