1. On your Android device, go to your Google Account.
2. At the top, tap Security.
3. Under "Signing in to Google," tap 2-Step Verification. You may need to sign in.
4. Under "Available second steps," find "Authenticator app" and tap Change Phone.
5. Follow the on-screen steps.

How do I get an authenticator QR code?

Go to the security verification settings screen. For information on how to get to this screen, see Changing your security settings. Check the box next to Authenticator app then select Configure. This brings up a screen with a QR code on it.

How do I find my Microsoft authenticator code and URL?

On your computer, note the Code and Url information on the Configure mobile app page. Keep this page open so you can see the code and URL.

What if you lose your phone with two factor authentication?

If you didn't save your backup codes, and you've lost the phone that you use for 2FA – try calling your phone network to transfer your old number over to a new phone. You'll need a new SIM card for that, and it could take a day or two for it to activate.

How do I get my Google Authenticator recovery code?

Create & find a set of backup codes

1. Go to your Google Account.
2. On the left, click Security.
3. Under "Signing in to Google," click 2-Step Verification. You may need to sign in.
4. Under "Backup codes," click Continue .
5. From here you can: Get backup codes: To add backup codes, click Get backup codes.

How to Set Up Google Authenticator for 2-Factor Authentication (2FA)

How do I register a new device with Microsoft authenticator?

To register a new device with the Microsoft Authenticator, follow these steps:

1. Open your phone's app store (Google Play or the Apple App Store)
2. Find the Microsoft Authenticator app.
3. Install the Microsoft Authenticator app.
4. Log in to your Microsoft Authenticator account on the new device.

How do I reset my Microsoft authenticator to a new phone?

How to Restore Microsoft Authenticator cloud backup on new smartphone?

1. Open Microsoft Authenticator on the new phone. ...
2. Tap on Restore from backup or Begin recovery depending on the screen that you are on. ...
3. Login to your Microsoft account (or iCloud account) that contains the Cloud backup.
4. Wait for the restore to complete.

How do I get Microsoft authenticator on my new phone?

How Do I Restore My Microsoft Authenticator To A New Phone?

1. Open the app on your old phone.
2. Tap the three dots at the top right.
3. Tap “Settings”
4. Enable “Cloud backup”/”iCloud Backup”
5. On your new phone, install the Microsoft Authenticator app and log in to your account.
6. Select “Begin Recovery”

Where is my Google Authenticator QR code?

Before the setting is saved and Google Authenticator based 2-Step verification is enabled for you and other administrators, you will be asked to complete the Google Authentication registration. A QR Code will be shown on the Dashboard, with instructions to download Google Authenticator application.

What is enter a setup key in Google Authenticator app?

While setting up an authenticator app for 2FA you can view the setup key which we automatically generate as a QR code, but which can also be read in plain text by clicking on View setup key. It is sometimes also referred to as a "backup code" or "secret seed code".

What is your key in Google Authenticator?

What is the “Google Authenticator Key”? The key for Google Authenticator is the QR code or the 32-digit code provided in the 2-factor authentication settings of the online account you are trying to secure. This key can either be scanned or manually entered into the Authenticator app.

What do I do if Microsoft authenticator is not working?

For ANDROID device

1. Go the main menu of the Google / Microsoft Authenticator app.
2. Click on the three dots on the top right hand side.
3. Click on Settings.
4. Select Time correction for codes.
5. Click Sync now.
6. The message displayed will confirm if the time has been synchronised or if it was already correct.

Why is my Authenticator app not working?

A common fix for any problems with the authenticator app is to update your software. Ensure your device and all apps are up to date. For more support on the authentication app, you can view the authenticator app set-up video, or you can visit Microsoft's support pages.

How do I link a device to my Microsoft account?

Add a device to your Microsoft account

1. Sign in to your Microsoft account on an Xbox or PC.
2. Download an app or game from the Microsoft Store.
3. Go to select Don't see your device?, then follow the instructions.

Is Google Authenticator linked to Google Account?

Google Authenticator protects your Google account from keyloggers and password theft. With two-factor authentication, you'll need both your password and an authentication code to log in. The Google Authenticator app runs on Android, iPhone, iPod, iPad and BlackBerry devices.

What happens if you lose access to Google Authenticator?

If you're not logged in elsewhere and you've lost the smartphone with the authenticator, done a factory reset, or had it stolen (basically, if you no longer have access to it), or if the above method didn't work, you won't be able to recover the authenticator. What you can do now is restore access to your account.

How do I get my Google Authenticator key on my new phone?

1. On your new phone, install the Google Authenticator app.
2. In the app, tap Get Started.
3. At the bottom, tap Import existing accounts?.
4. On your old iPhone, create a QR code: ...
5. On your new phone, tap Scan QR code.
6. After you scan your QR codes, you get a confirmation that your Google Authenticator accounts transferred.

How do I get a security key?

Set up your phone's built-in security key

1. Turn on 2-Step Verification and choose a second verification step. ...
2. On your Android phone, go to
3. Under "Signing in to Google," select 2-Step Verification. ...
4. Scroll to “Set up alternative second step” and tap Add security key.
5. Select your Android phone.

Where do I find the account key icon?

Select the Menu icon in the upper-left corner. In some version of the app on Android, you'll need to tap the Profile icon instead of the Menu icon. Select the Key icon next to your email address. On Android you may need to tap the Account key link.

What is a login key?

Login keys are alternative passwords for your account with special functions, such as expire time, access control, uses count and allowed IP(s).

How does Google Authenticator work?

The Authenticator app is based on the time-based one-time password (TOTP) system specified in the IETF's RFC 6238 document. The TOTP algorithm generates a six-digit passcode that factors in the current time of day to ensure that each passcode is unique. Passcodes are changed every 30-60 seconds for further security.

What happens to Google Authenticator if I get a new phone?

But what you may not be aware of is that if you use Google Authenticator for multi-factor authentication, this app and account do not transfer to your new phone. You must physically transfer your authenticator account to your new iPhone or Android before you wipe your old phone.