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How to Set Up Google 2 Factor Authentication

How to Set Up Google 2 Factor Authentication

Overview

Framework IT recommends that all clients enable 2-factor authentication for your company in G Suite. This adds an extra layer of security to your account by asking you to verify your identity when you enter your username and password.

  • Select Manage your Google Account

  • On your Google Account home page, select Security on the left side
  • Under Signing into Google, select 2-Step Verification

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  • On the next page, select GET STARTED

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  • On the next page, enter your phone number and choose whether you would like to receive a phone call or text message

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  • Select NEXT
  • You will receive either a text message or phone call depending on your preference
  • Enter the code on the next page
  • Select NEXT

  • On the next page after confirmation, select TURN ON
  • You can now exit the Google Account page
  • The next and subsequent times you log in, you will be prompted to authenticate