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According to Security Magazine, a social media account is hacked every 39 seconds, with over 800,000 people falling victim to it every year, so it makes sense that you need to protect your X (formerly Twitter) account. Using two-factor authentication (2FA) is one of the best ways to prevent unauthorized access and identity theft.
2FA adds an extra layer of security beyond your password. X offers SMS-based 2FA, but it’s only available to premium subscribers. Either way, authenticator apps offer stronger protection because they don’t rely on cellular networks and are resistant to SIM swapping attacks. This guide shows you how to enable 2FA using this app in your web browser.
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Note: X offers other 2FA options, including text message and security key options. In this article, we’ll focus on setting up 2FA using an authenticator app, as it’s the most easily accessible option for users without a premium X account or security key.
How to enable 2FA in a web browser authenticator app
Follow these steps to set up 2FA using an authenticator app:
Open X.com and click “More”
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