The Google Authenticator app eliminates the possibility of an SMS-based attack using algorithms to generate the codes on your phone. Here's how to set it up: 1.

You'll get a QR code or setup key. Next, open the Google Authenticator app and tap the plus sign. Record the 2FA code/key. Whenever you're asked for the 2FA code, open Google Authenticator to find it.

Google knows this, and they are making this feature optional. If you want to keep the accounts local to the device, you can tap the Profile icon and choose “ Use Authenticator without an account.” ...

With Google Authenticator, when you switch your main device, you have to sync your accounts over again. For that reason, we’ll use Authy for a quick walkthrough of how to actually use a more ...

Using two-factor authentication (2FA) apps ensures your account is safe behind two layers of security. 2FA apps make it difficult for hackers to access your web accounts. Google Authenticator and ...

Google has updated the Android version of its multifactor, code-based authentication app Google Authenticator for the first time since August 2017. The update brings an account transfer feature ...

Released in 2010, Google Authenticator allows users to enable two-factor authentication for their Google accounts. It also works with many third-party services.

Google today pushed an update out for Google Authenticator for iOS, the two-factor authentication companion app that makes your Google account and services where you use it to login more secure ...