Protecting Your Yahoo!
SelectAccount Securityfrom the menu on the left.
opt for link that saysTurn on 2SVand then sign in to your account again when prompted.
ClickGet startedon the pop-up that appears.
choose the method you’d like to use for authentication.
If you chosePhone number,enter a mobile number at the prompt.
If you choseAuthenticator App, follow the on-screen steps to scan the QR code with your authenticator app.
If you choseSecurity key, follow the prompts to enter the required information.
When entering your mobile number, leave out non-numerical characters.
For example, enter 1234561234 rather than 123-456-1234 or (123) 456-1234.
Depending on the method you chose, you’ll receive a text or phone call with the verification code.
Alternatively, some sites such as Yahoo require authentication on a separate equipment, such as your phone.
This extra layer of security is for your protection.
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When two-step authentication is enabled, you must input your password and a code sent to your cellphone.
