How to enable 2-layer security on Telegram

In the article below, TipsMake will guide you how to enable two-factor security for your Telegram account.

Your Telegram account is connected to your phone number, you will receive a code every time you log in to a new device. With two-factor security, you can set up a password at the same time with that code, you'll have to enter both when logging into your account.

Step 1. Open Telegram .

Step 2. Click on the menu of three dashes on the left side.

Step 3. Select Settings .

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Step 4. Go to Privacy and Security .

Step 5. Select Two-Step Verification .

Step 6. Select Set Password .

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Step 7. Enter the password you want to set.

Step 8. Confirm the password.

Step 9. Enter a hint for your password.

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Step 10. Add a recovery email. If you forget your password, you can get the code sent back to this recovery email.

Step 11. You will receive a confirmation code sent to your email address. Enter this code to confirm the email.

Step 12. That's it, go back to Settings to finish enabling two-factor security for your account.

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Telegram was the most downloaded app worldwide as of January 2021, the service supported more than 64 million installs this month. Facebook's representative WhatsApp is a direct competitor to Telegram, which is one of the best messaging platforms on Android.

Telegram is very light and does not use too many resources, making it a great tool for mid-range smartphone users.

David Pac

Update 16 February 2021