What is 2-factor-authentication (2FA) and how do I enable/disable it?

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Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a security system that requires two distinct forms of identification in order to access something.

Two-factor authentication can be used to strengthen the security of an online account, a smartphone, or even a door. 2FA does this by requiring two types of information from the user, a password or personal identification number (PIN), a code sent to the user's smartphone (called a message authentication code), or a fingerprint before whatever is being secured can be accessed.

 

How can I enable two-factor authentication?

1) Log in to your Gamer Choice Account, go to your dashboard and navigate to "Privacy & Security" within the Account Settings.

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2) Scroll down to find the 2-step verification feature. Once you locate it, click on "Get Started" to begin the setup process.

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3) You have two options to set up 2-step verification: via email or via app. If you'd like to switch to the app method, click on "USE APP".

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For the email method, just put your email address and follow the provided instructions.

For the app method, select your phone type (Android or iPhone) and then follow the provided instructions.

4) After completing the setup process, be sure to click on "Turn On" to activate the 2-step verification feature.

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How can I disable two-factor authentication?

To disable 2-step verification, click on "Turn off 2-step verification..."

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