Configuring 2-step(2-factor) authentication for Google

Multi-factor can be setup to utilize an authenticator app, SMS message or phone call, or physical token.

The Google documentation can be found here: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/185839

How To Set Up Google Two-Step Authentication using SMS:  

1. Access your Google Security settings page: https://myaccount.google.com/security
2. Scroll down to the Signing in to Google and click on "2-Step Verification" 
   
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   2. You will likely be asked to verify it is you and to enter your password at this step to proceed 
   3. .Note: If the Turn Off button is present, 2-Step Verification is already enabled.
3. Input the applicable phone number in the Voice or Text Message option
   1.  Note: This number will be used to receive a numeric code from Google needed to authorize access to Outreach and other 3rd party apps that may be used in the future.
4. Click Send Code
5. Enter the verification code sent from Google and click Done.
6. Check the Trust this computer option as applicable. 
7. Click Next and click Confirm.
   1. The 2-Step Verification is now configured. 

Learn more about setting up 2-factor authentication with Yubikeys by visiting YubiKey Set-Up And Use: Two Factor Authentication Using Hardware (YubiKey) To Secure Google, Bitwarden, LastPass wiki page.

Learn more about 2-factor authentication and password security by visiting our Password Security and Hygiene wiki page.