If you’ve enabled two-step verification (2SV) on your Google account, a logical next step for many is to set up Google Authenticator.

The Two step verification process is a feature of Gmail that allows you to add an extra layer of security to your Google email account.

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.

Once you enter your password as usual, you’ll also need to enter a code that will be sent to your phone via text, voice call or mobile app. How to turn on 2-step verification ...

That’s why Google announced the launch of Security Key. It enables two-step authentication for your Google accounts through the use of a physical USB stick.