• Derek R @DerekR Mod Iver Heath - updated 2y

    The Best Way To Keep Hackers Out of Your Online Accounts

    Enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) is the single most important thing you can do to improve the security of your online accounts.


    What is 2FA?
    Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a way of strengthening the login security of your online accounts. It's similar to how an ATM works. You need both your debit card (first factor) and your PIN (second factor) to get access your account and withdraw cash. The main objective is better security. If your card is stolen, they still need your PIN. If your PIN is stolen, they still need your card.

    Enabling 2FA will help to stop hackers from getting into your accounts, even if they have your password.

    How do I enable 2FA on my accounts?
    Here are links you can use to enable 2FA on some of the most popular online services and apps:
    Gmail
    https://myaccount.google.com/signinoptions/two-step-verification/enroll-welcome?pli=1

    Yahoo
    https://help.yahoo.com/kb/add-two-step-verification-extra-security-sln5013.html

    Outlook
    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-billing/how-to-use-two-step-verification-with-your-microsoft-account-c7910146-672f-01e9-50a0-93b4585e7eb4

    AOL
    https://help.aol.com/articles/2-step-verification-stronger-than-your-password-alone?guccounter=1

    Instagram
    https://help.instagram.com/1124604297705184

    Facebook
    https://www.facebook.com/help/148233965247823

    Twitter
    https://help.twitter.com/en/managing-your-account/two-factor-authentication

    LinkedIn
    https://www.linkedin.com/help/linkedin/answer/544/turn-two-step-verification-on-and-off?lang=en


    For more of the government’s latest advice on how to stay secure online, visit the Cyber Aware website: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/cyberaware


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