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Scammers Are Bombing Apple Devices With Two-Factor Password Resets: Here's How to Avoid It

Do you get waves of two-factor authentication requests? Don't panic or give in; it's exactly what the scammer wants.

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How to Reset Your Apple ID Password: 5 Simple Ways

You have several options to get back access to your Apple account.

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The 6 Best Alternatives to Authy’s Desktop App

Authy's desktop app has unfortunately closed down, but there are some great desktop 2FA alternatives you can use instead.

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What Are OTP Bots?

OTP bots target one-time password systems to hack your accounts. Here's how to defend against them.

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How to Auto-Delete OTP Messages After 24 Hours on Android

One-time passwords are important for keeping your online services secure, yet they can clog up your Messages inbox. Here's how to delete them.

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8 Security Measures Gmail Uses to Keep You Safe

Using Gmail? Here's what the email provider does to protect you and your data.

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5 Things to Do if Your Nintendo Account Gets Hacked

Worried that your Nintendo account has been hacked? We'll outline what you should do next.

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Are Security Keys Worth It? The Pros and Cons of This 2FA Method

You can keep your accounts secure using two-factor authentication; if you don't think extra PINs are safe, you could opt for a security key instead...

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6 Ways to Secure Your Apple ID on Your iPhone

Ensure the safety of your Apple account by taking advantage of the various security measures available in iOS.

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How to Enable Two-Factor Authentication on Your Vivaldi Account

Two-factor authentication is vital for keeping your accounts secure, especially your browser. Here's how to set up the security measure for Vivaldi.

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Debunked: 3 Myths About Two-Factor Authentication

You can put a lot of trust into two-factor authentication, but some people are still annoyed by it. So here are some myths you shouldn't believe.

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What Is a Multi-Factor Authentication Prompt Bombing Attack?

Are you getting lots of MFA notifications you didn't ask for? You could have been targeted by hackers. Here's what you need to know.

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How to Secure Linux Systems Effectively Using YubiKey

If you find password-based and two-factor authentication to be unreliable, consider setting up hardware-based authentication on Linux using YubiKey.

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How to Set Up Two-Step Verification on Your PlayStation Account

Here's how to use two-step verification to protect your PSN account.

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The 4 Best Places to Store Your Recovery Codes

Should all else fail, you might have recovery codes to regain access to your accounts. But how can you safely store these vital number strands?

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What Is a Recovery Code, and How Does It Keep Your Accounts Safe?

Two-factor authentication isn't the only way to secure online accounts. Recovery codes help you get your profiles back if cybercriminals hack them.

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How to Make WhatsApp More Secure and Private: 8 Tips

Protect your privacy and security on this instant messaging app.

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Protect Your GitHub Account With 2FA

You've got until the end of 2023 to set up 2FA on your GitHub account. For the peace of mind it brings, you should consider doing it much sooner.

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5 Multi-Factor Authentication Vulnerabilities and How to Resolve Them

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a great way of securing your accounts, but it's not perfect. Here are a few ways hackers try to get around it.

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Twitter Is Killing Two-Factor Authentication by SMS Unless You Pay for Blue

Two-factor authentication is a great way to secure your Twitter account. So why is Twitter getting rid of this method for most users?

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