Wondering why you need these codes when you have passwords?
Well explain that and more below.
What Is an Authenticator App?
you’re able to use each code only once.
It expires after a set amount of timeusually 30 secondsafter which a new code shows up.
In most cases, people use an authenticator app for multi-factor authentication.
Here, the app provides an optional second layer of protection for digital accounts.
You’re not restricted to mobile apps for authentication, but we don’t recommend using desktop authenticator apps.
Use a mobile app from a trusted developer.
We have also coveredinstructions for Microsoft Authenticator.
Ensure that you might see an alphanumeric key and/or a QR code on your screen.
sign in to the authenticator app on your gadget and tap on the option to add a new account.
Either copy and paste the key from your online account or scan the QR code.
Enter the code generated by the authenticator app in the relevant field in your online account.
Back up the recovery codes provided by your online account.
How Do Authenticator Apps Work?
Only the app and the server “know” these credentials.
If they match, youre in.
If not, youre denied access.
Why Choose An Authenticator App Over SMS?
However, we recommend generating codes via an app for a few reasons.
An authenticator app:
Of course, SMS authentication is always better than no multi-factor authentication.
Some apps and websites have even done away with SMS authentication altogether.
We recommend enablingmulti-factor authentication for popular online accountsand everywhere else the feature is available.
implement the same authenticator app across all of your devices for quick access to codes.
