Enable 2-Step Verification on Google Account

This guide is essential for anyone looking to enhance their Google Account security through 2-Step Verification. By following the outlined steps, users can significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized access to their accounts. The process is straightforward and helps protect sensitive information from potential threats. Implementing this security measure provides peace of mind, knowing that an extra layer of protection is in place.

Ryan Kerr
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Google Account

Navigate to the Google "Manage My Account" page. You can access directly at this link:<https://myaccount.google.com/security>

Click the "Security" tab on the left menu

Scroll and Click "2-Step Verification" section

This is where you turn on 2-Step Verification. Click the Turn on 2-Step Verification button.

Enter your mobile phone number to receive the text message verification code. Then click the "Next" button

Enter the verification code received by text, then click "Verify"

Click "Done" to move to next step.

We recommend signing into the Gmail app on your mobile phone! This will enable you to use "Google Prompt" as another verification. You can follow the Google Guide here to set up: <https://guidebooks.google.com/online-security/protect-your-google-account/two-step-verification>

Optional: To confirm devices that are setup with Google Prompt, click on "Google Prompt"

OPTIONAL: Not required, but for additional security, you may set up an Authenticator app to add another layer of security on your account (if you don't have access to SMS)

Additionally, you may opt for extra security by using an authenticator app (like Google Authenticator). To set up Click "Add authenticator app"

Click "Set up authenticator"

Follow the steps to download the Google Authenticator app on your mobile device, scan the QR code, then click "Next"

Enter the code presented on the Authentication app, then click "Verify" to confirm.

To review your security settings, click the "Security" tab

Click "2-Step Verification" to confirm and view the settings you have enabled.

Notice, if you run into any issues, the National Support team can help you reset or troubleshoot issues with 2SV