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How do I enable Google Authenticator?
Set up Google Authenticator
- On your device, go to your Google Account.
- At the top, in the navigation panel, tap Security.
- Under “Signing in to Google,” tap 2-Step Verification.
- In the “Add more second steps to verify it’s you” section, under “Authenticator app,” tap Set up.
- Follow the on-screen steps.
How do I reactivate my Google Authenticator on 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 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 enable Google Authenticator in Chrome?
Install an Authenticator app on your computer
- In Chrome, go to the web store.
- At the top left of the search field, type Authenticator .
- Next to Authenticator, click Add to Chrome. You have successfully added the extension.
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.
How do I turn off 2 step verification?
Turn off 2-Step Verification
- On your Android phone or tablet, open your device’s Settings app Google. Manage your Google Account.
- At the top, tap Security.
- Under “Signing in to Google,” tap 2-Step Verification. You might need to sign in.
- Tap Turn off.
- Confirm by tapping Turn off.
How do I recover my Google Authenticator code?
If you lost your backup codes, you can revoke them and get new ones.
- Go to the 2-Step Verification section of your Google Account.
- Select Show codes.
- Select Get new codes.
How do I recover my old Google Authenticator code?
To do that, you must log into your Google account, and then go to the Google 2FA site, where you’ll be prompted to log in once again. Upon successful authentication, you’ll see an entry for Backup codes. Click the SHOW CODES button (Figure A). Retrieving your Google 2FA codes.
What if I lost my Google Authenticator?
What if I lose my phone with Google Authenticator on it?
- Save your Backup Codes.
- Print Your QR Codes.
- Print or Save the Key.
- Reset Authenticator App using Change Phone option.
- Change your Google Account Password.
- Revoke your App Passwords.
How do I use Google Authenticator on my desktop?
Here’s how to install and set up WinAuth.
- Once you’ve downloaded WinAuth, unzip the file and launch the application.
- Next, click on the “Add” button in the lower left corner of the application window.
- Select “Google” to use Google Authenticator.
- The Google Authenticator window opens.
Can I access Google Authenticator Online?
You need to enter the regular password and a one-time password generated on your phone (or tablet) to log into any online account* where 2-step authentication is enabled.
How do I unblock my verification code?
Steps for Android Users
- On the Home Screen, select the Phone icon.
- Tap Menu (this is the 3 vertical dots on the upper right hand of your screen)
- Select Settings.
- Select Block Numbers.
- Select the number that you wish to unblock by tapping the minus (-) sign beside it.
Why isn’t my verification code sending to my email?
Check your email server
If you provided a business or government email address, security and/or firewall settings may be blocking the message. If this is the case, we recommend using a personal email address instead.
How do I turn off 2-step verification in Gmail?
Turn off 2-Step Verification
- Open your Google Account.
- In the “Security” section, select 2-Step Verification. You might need to sign in.
- Select Turn off.
- A pop-up window will appear to confirm that you want to turn off 2-Step Verification. Select Turn off.
How do I turn off 2-step verification on Gmail 2021?
In order to bypass Google 2-step verification during setup, you’ll need to do the following:
- Navigate to Settings > General Settings > Reset.
- Follow the setup process until you get to Connect to the WiFi Network.
- Tap the WiFi password textbox.
- A Google keyboard will appear.
How do I set up 2FA?
On the mobile app, you can access your privacy settings by tapping the hamburger icon on the upper-right corner (Android) or the lower-right corner (iOS) and scrolling down to the bottom to find the “Settings & Privacy” menu. Tap “Settings” > “Security and Login” and select “Use two-factor authentication.”