See what two-factor sign-in is
Sign in with a texted code, and know who must never be given one.
Two-factor means two things are asked for: your password, and a code sent to your phone.
A stolen password is then not enough. The code is yours alone, and no bank needs it.
Key points
- Two-factor wants your password and a code sent only to you
- Never read it out to somebody who telephoned you
What to remember
- A code you did not ask for means somebody has your password.
- A texted code is never spoken aloud, to anybody.
Try this
Look for two-step in your email account’s security settings. It guards everything else.
Practice: See what two-factor sign-in is. Your first lesson is free, with no account or card; the rest are part of a Lantern plan. Interactive lessons require JavaScript.