Add two-step verification for extra security
Enable two-step verification to require a code (in addition to your password) any time a login attempt is made from a new device or browser. We'll send you a text or call you with a new code that needs to be entered at sign-in. The phone number we contact you with may be different each time.
Enable 2-step verification
- Sign in to your Account Security page.
- Next to "2-step verification," click Turn on 2SV.
- Click Get started.
- Select Phone number for your 2-step verification method.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the process.
Disable 2-step verification
- Sign in to your Account Security page.
- Next to "2-step verification," click Manage.
- Click Yes, turn off.
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