Add extra security to your Google account.
Google is good. Do you know how to use Hangouts? Here is a recorded hangout that will show you what I am writing today. Hangouts allows you to make free voice and video calls to family and friends. You can also set up free text messaging
For your added security Google makes use of these very features. It is Google's two step verification. It provides added security to everything Google, to Gmail, Google Drives, Google+ and more.
It sends a verification code to your cell phone every time you log in. It prevents unauthorized access to your account. It may sound like a pain at first, but most people stay logged on when using their primary device (notebook, iPad, or android tablet). You only verify if you are logging on. So if you were at a public computer, you would need to verify. Or more importantly, a hacker who has obtained your password, would need to verify, and he would not have access to your phone.
To set up 2 step verification, go to The Google 2-Step home page and click Get Started. Sign into your Google account and click start set up. Enter your mobile number and whether you want to receive the verification code by text or voice call. Click send code.
When you receive the six digit code, enter it in the box and click verify. This adds your mobile phone number to your account.
You can remove 2 step verification by clicking your Google profile picture in the top right corner of Google, going to Account, Settings and switching the 2 step Verification status to Off.
Now imagine, one day your comfortably sitting in a business meeting listening to your boss. Your phone is on vibrate of course. You get that little tingle that says you just received a text message. It is Google sending you a verification code.
When your boss asks you, why are you smiling? You answer. I just foiled another hacker. Telling the board how may get you a raise.
But then again, if you're like me, you are the boss. If you want to launch your own business, become your own boss, tell me.Your Identity is your most valued asset. Add Indentity Protection Security to your Life.
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