How to Turn On 2-Step Verification in Gmail

Those who actively use Gmail would understand the value of keeping their account safe, sound and secure from the prying pointers of hackers and spammers. The option of 2 step verification of Gmail helps the users is doing just that. It records the device information and forms an entry/record every time users login to their account through this device and enables them to use a single time use verification code every time they use an a different device then the one saved to login. So, in simpler words, if a hacker tries to hack into someone's Gmail account from an non-recorded/marked computer, the someone will receive a code on their phone and will be immediately alerted about this unscrupulous activity. Here are steps for setting up 2 step verification:

1.    Access Gmail via logging in to Gmail account and then open Google account (click on user picture at the top right hand corner and choose Account)

2.    Now, scroll down on the page to find the Signing in option

3.    Here, choose 2 Step Verification to reach the page for 2 step verification settings

4.    Follow the instructions listed for adding your phone number, enabling the process and verifying your added number along with adding and verifying your backup numbers in Gmail. 

5.    Once this has been done, you will need to review all of your settings and then you can save the changes

6.    Now, you can login to your account again by using a verification code along with the password

How to change Gmail password?

To change password, you will need to login to your account and then click on settings. By opening the Accounts and Import option in the horizontal Gmail Menu Tab, you will be able to find the Gmail password and password recovery settings change option. Here you can add more verification and recovery settings and change your other settings as well.

If you not able to do above mention steps and want help by Microsoft certified technicians just make a call to Gmail tech support phone number 1-855-531-3731 for quick assistance.

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