It is simple to use two-factor authentication on your Google Account, but the process to set it up is a tad confusing. Our Android customization walks you through the setup using Google Authenticator.

First, turn on two-factor authentication for the account. You'll get a QR code or setup key. Next, open the Google Authenticator app and tap the plus sign. Record the 2FA code/key. Whenever you're ...

How to Add an Account to Google Authenticator You need two things: Google's authenticator app and a code from the account you want to add to the app (Facebook, Amazon, your bank, etc.).

Figure F To use an authenticator app, download and install the app of your choice, such as Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, Authy or LastPass Authenticator.

On Monday, Google Authenticator launched the ability to sync 2FA codes to your Google Account. It has since emerged that the capability isn’t end-to-end encrypted (E2EE), and Google explained ...

Even more importantly, Google has finally set up Authenticator so you, and apps on your device, can’t take a screenshot of its contents on Android.

Google is finally addressing a big gap of its 2FA (two-factor authentication) code app by adding sync capabilities, with Google Authenticator also getting a new icon on Android and iOS today.