Google Authenticator

Timelines

28 Feb 2020

'Cerberus' malware can steal 2FA codes from Google Authenticator

Google Authenticator offers a secure way to get codes for two-factor authentication, the technique that protects online accounts from third-party hacks.

15 Jan 2020

Now, use your iPhone as a Google security key

In a major move, Google has announced that iPhones can now be used as security keys for Google accounts.

22 Nov 2019

Now, enable two-factor authentication on Twitter without linking your number

A few weeks back, Twitter drew serious flak for making numbers given for two-factor authentication available to advertisers.

12 Apr 2019

Now, use your phone as Google security key: Here's how

Given the growing risk of phishing attempts, leaks, and breaches, Google is upgrading two-factor authentication for its services/apps.

25 May 2018

Two-factor authentication on Facebook no longer requires users' phone number

Facebook has expanded the ways in which users can set up two-factor authentication (2FA) on their accounts, eliminating the need for them to register their phone numbers for the same.