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Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

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, or a fingerprint—before whatever is being secured can be accessed.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a security system that requires two separate,

distinct forms of identification in order to access something. The first factor is a
password and the second commonly includes a text with a code sent to your
smartphone, or biometrics using your fingerprint, face, or retina. While 2FA does
improve security, it is not fool proof.

Understanding Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Two-factor authentication is designed to prevent unauthorized users from gaining
access to an account with nothing more than a stolen password. Users may be at
greater risk of compromised passwords than they realize, particularly if they use the
same password on more than one website. Downloading software and clicking on
links in emails can also expose an individual to password theft.

Examples of Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Apple account holders can use 2FA to ensure that accounts can only be accessed from
trusted devices. If a user tries to log in to their iCloud account from a different
computer, the user will need the password, but also a multi-digit code that Apple will
send to one of the user's devices, such as their iPhone.2