The user can then scan this QR code with Google Authenticator on a new device to import the 2SV accounts. A demonstration of this import/export process can be seen below.

Google Authenticator now syncs one-time codes with your account, so you're not stuck if you lose your device.

Secure your accounts effortlessly! Learn how to transfer Google Authenticator codes to your new phone with this step-by-step guide.

Scanning QR codes can be done directly through the camera app on iPhones and Android phones. iPhones also have a built-in Code Scanner function in Control Center for scanning QR codes. Google Lens ...

Just hit the overflow menu and tap on Dark mode to make the switch. In-app scanner Users have complained for years that Google apps should use a built-in scanner to read QR codes.