How do I get my authenticator to work?

Set up Google Authenticator

1. On your device, go to your Google Account.
2. At the top, in the navigation panel, select Security.
3. Under “Signing in to Google,” tap 2-Step Verification.
4. Under “Add more second steps to verify it’s you,” find “Authenticator app” and tap Set up.
5. Follow the on-screen steps.

Where do I find my backup code?

Create & view a set of backup codes

1. Go to your Google Account.
2. On the left navigation panel, click Security.
3. Under “Signing in to Google,” click 2-Step Verification.
4. Under “Backup codes,” click Set up or Show codes. You can print or download your codes.

How do I recover my old Google Authenticator code?

If you lost your backup codes, you can revoke them and get new ones.

1. Go to the 2-Step Verification section of your Google Account.
2. Select Show codes.
3. Select Get new codes.

How do I find my account security code?

Confirm your identity using your Android device

1. On your phone, find your Google Settings. Depending on your device, either:
2. Tap Manage your Google Account.
3. Scroll right and tap Security. Security code.
4. You’ll find a 10-digit code.
5. Enter the code on the phone you want to sign in on and tap Continue.

What is your key in Google Authenticator?

To use Authenticator, the app is first installed on a smartphone. It must be set up for each site with which it is to be used: the site provides a shared secret key to the user over a secure channel, to be stored in the Authenticator app. This secret key will be used for all future logins to the site.

What is back up code?

A backup code is automatically generated for you when you turn on two-factor authentication through your iOS or Android Twitter app. You can also generate a backup code on twitter.com. Write down, print or take a screenshot of this backup code.

How do I generate a verification code?

1. On your device, go to your Google Account.
2. At the top, in the navigation panel, select Security.
3. Under “Signing in to Google,” tap 2-Step Verification. You might need to sign in.
4. Under “Available second steps,” find “Authenticator app” and tap Change Phone.
5. Follow the on-screen steps.