Enable Google Prompt to improve 2-layer security
Do you know that your online accounts are always at risk of "attack" by hackers, so to protect your online account in a "safe" way is to use 2-layer security. However, the biggest drawback of the 2-layer security feature is that it is "lengthy", must take more steps, takes longer, so most users are "afraid" to use this feature.
Recently, Google has introduced more easy-to-use 2-layer security features called Google Prompt, turning two authentication steps into two confirmation steps.
Activate Google Prompt for Google accounts:
Before using Google Prompt, the first step you need to take is to enable 2-layer security for your Google account. If you have enabled 2-layer security, you can skip this step.
- Visit myaccount.google.com, then sign in to your Google account.
- Next click Signing in to Google and take steps to activate 2-layer security.
- Click Get Started , then enter your Google account password again to start the setup process.
- Enter your phone number to receive the code to receive by SMS or voice call, then click " Try it ".
The Google system sends the login code via SMS or via an incoming call to the phone number you just entered above. Enter the login code (6 characters) in the box, then click "Next" to continue.
- Finally click Turn On to activate 2-layer security.
After activating 2-layer security, the next step is to activate Google Prompt.
- On the 2-Step Verification page, scroll down to find Google Prompt at Set up alternative second step , then click Add phone then click Get Started.
- Choose your device from the Dropdown Menu. If you do not see the device appear:
+ If using iPhone, download Google Search app and login your Google account before using Google Prompt.
+ If you use Android, you must update Google Play Services first.
- After choosing your mobile device, click Next.
- If set up correctly, you will receive a notification on the device you are trying to connect to. Unlock the device and click Yes to activate Google Prompt.
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