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1 min read 2 stepsApril 2, 2026Verified April 2026What Is Two-Factor Authentication
An extra lock hackers cannot bypass.
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How it works
~15sPassword + code sent to your phone. Even if someone has your password, they need your phone too.
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Enable it
~15sGmail: myaccount.google.com > Security > 2-Step Verification. Facebook: Settings > Security > 2FA.
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