You can enable two-factor authentication on Google to provide an added layer of security if, for example, your password is compromised.

Google urges all Gmail users to activate 2-step verification and add a passkey to safeguard their accounts right away. A major security update is rolling out for Gmail users. If you haven’t changed ...

What's a verification code, and why are they so important? Six-digit verification codes are a form of two-factor authentication, a process that helps keep your important online accounts secure. For ...

As previewed last year, Google Messages is beginning to roll out QR code-based key verification to confirm that you’re “communicating with the person you intend to.” Once available, open a ...

Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a fantastic security measure, but not all 2FA is created equal. SMS-based 2FA is by far the least secure authentication option, and yet, far too many companies use ...