Log into your google account. Under “Security and Sign-In” select “Two-Step Verification,” and then scroll down to select the “Authenticator app” option. 3. Select your phone, Android or iPhone.
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How do I find my Google Authenticator key?
Fill out an account recovery form.
- Sign in to your Google account.
- Navigate to the verification code page.
- Select “More options”.
- Click “Get help”.
- Then “Request Google’s help”.
How do I get a QR code for Google Authenticator?
Setup
- From your favorite browser, open the Google account security page.
- Click on “2-Step Verification”
- Under the Authenticator App section, click “Setup”
- Choose your device type (Android, iPhone) and click “Next” to reveal a QR code.
- Open the Google Authenticator app on your device.
How do I add Google Authenticator to my new phone?
The old school way still works
- Install Authenticator on your new phone.
- On your computer, visit Google’s two-step verification site and log in to your Google account.
- Click Change Phone in the Authenticator app section.
- Open the Authenticator app on your new phone and tap Begin > Scan barcode.
How do I restore my lost Google Authenticator?
If you have your backup key saved, follow these steps to recover the access: Download the Google Authenticator app on your device.
If you haven’t saved the backup key but have access to your 2FA code
- Log in to your account.
- Go to Profile → Security.
- Select Edit Settings → Deactivate 2FA.
- Enter your 2FA code to confirm.
How can I get verification code without phone?
The Google Authenticator app for Android, iPhone, or BlackBerry can generate verification codes. It even works when your device has no phone or data connectivity.
Why can’t I receive verification code on my phone?
The message may have been blocked by the carrier or email service provider. You may have reported this type of notification messages or emails as junk information. SMS: Contact your carrier to stop such a type of information from being blocked.
Where do I Scan QR Code for Authenticator app?
On your mobile phone open the Microsoft Authenticator app, select add an account. Select Work or school account. Select Scan a QR Code. Scan the QR image on the Configure mobile app screen with your mobile phone and click Next .
How do I restore my Authenticator app to a new phone?
How Do I Restore My Microsoft Authenticator To A New Phone?
- Open the app on your old phone.
- Tap the three dots at the top right.
- Tap “Settings”
- Enable “Cloud backup”/”iCloud Backup”
- On your new phone, install the Microsoft Authenticator app and log in to your account.
- Select “Begin Recovery”
Is Google Authenticator backed up?
If you use Google Authenticator on Android smartphone, now there is an easier way to transfer it to a new phone.There is no need to turn off two-factor authentication on all your accounts and activate it again.
How do I find my 8 digit backup code for Google?
Create & view a set of backup codes
- Go to your Google Account.
- On the left navigation panel, click Security.
- Under “Signing in to Google,” click 2-Step Verification. You might need to sign in.
- Under “Backup codes,” click Continue .
- From here you can: Get backup codes: To add backup codes, click Get backup codes.
Can I get Google Authenticator on my PC?
Basically, Google Authenticator receives a scanned code from the app that is setting up 2FA, and then it produces a 2FA code to access the app or online account. However, since it only works on Android and iOS devices, it cannot work on desktop PCs directly.
Why am I not getting my Google verification code?
You didn’t get a verification code
You might have been sent a Google prompt instead. Learn why we recommend Google prompts instead of text message (SMS) verification codes.If a text message with a verification code was sent to your phone, make sure your service plan and mobile device supports text message delivery.
How do I find my verification code?
On your device, go to your Google Account. At the top, in the navigation panel, select Security.
Get codes on a new phone
- Your old Android phone with Google Authenticator codes.
- The latest version of the Google Authenticator app installed on your old phone.
- Your new phone.
How do I scan a QR code with my iPhone Authenticator?
Launch the Microsoft Authenticator app, click the Add button, tap third party accounts, then use your phone to scan the QR code on the screen. Authenticator will then generate a code, which you can enter and verify. You can use this with other services such as Dropbox and Google.
What happens if I lost my Google Authenticator device?
If you have lost or your phone was stolen, anyone may now generate new tokens using your Google Authenticator app. Yes, they are useless without the password but don`t take the risk and reset the Authenticator App in your Google Account 2-Step Verification settings.