Enable 2FA on your Google Workspace Account

Learn how to add an extra layer of security to your Google Workspace Account by enabling two-factor authentication (2FA).

Written By CTS IT Care Team

Updated at October 15th, 2024

 

Please follow the steps below to ensure 2FA is set up on your account. If you need more information, please refer to Google's knowledgebase 

1. Navigate to https://myaccount.google.com/security
2. Under How you sign in to Google, click on 2-Step Verification
3. Under the Second steps section, please select at least 2 methods for 2FA
    1. Google Prompt - If you use the Gmail app on your device, you will receive a prompt to confirm a new login is made by you. 
    2. Authenticator - Download the Google Authenticator app from Google Play / App Store
    3. Phone number - You will receive a text or phone call with the code to enter when signing in
4. Once you add your 2FA settings, you should now see that the 2-Step Verification is turned on