Why Bother With 2-Step Verification?

Here’s Why It’s Non-Negotiable?

The introduction of 2-step verification (2SV) should always be a non-negotiable for every online account a consumer owns.?? Significantly reducing the risk of your accounts being compromised due to “weak” passwords being cracked by cyber hackers working 24-7 around the clock.? Remember they are in business to “steal” your credentials and sell them on the “dark web” for monetary gain.? ???

The growing rise of cyberattacks targeting every possible industry known to mankind can make consumers feel uncomfortable.? ?There are so many online accounts and passwords that a person needs to remember today, and it can be quite frustrating.? The general rule of thumb is not to reuse passwords and make them easy to remember.? I would advise keeping a few “strong” passwords plus a second method of verification into your online accounts can significantly reduce the risk of stolen password credentials.

Provided are examples of why passwords aren’t enough.

1. Data breaches: Millions of credentials are stolen every year, and that number is increasing at an alarming rate.
2. Phishing attacks: Even the savviest professionals fall for well-crafted scams continue to rise even more with Artificial Intelligence being leveraged by these scammers.
3. Credential stuffing: Hackers use stolen passwords across multiple online accounts, hoping for a match across your identified email addresses and/or usernames.

2-Step Verification protects you as a consumer; by requiring a second step to authenticate you for your online accounts.? ?SMS Text message codes, authentication apps, and/or biometrics are aligned to the second step. ??Cybercriminals or cyber hackers need access to your mobile device to gain access to your account.? ?This lowers the risk of them even pursuing to compromise your accounts because enabling 2-step

• Even if your password is stolen, your account remains secure.
• You get notified if someone attempts unauthorized access
• A small step for you, a giant barrier for hackers.

"TURN 2-Step ON TODAY FOR ALL OF YOUR ONLINE ACCOUNTS."

?Enabling 2SV takes minutes but can prevent years of headaches, stress, and emotions from identity theft, fraud, or account takeovers. Secure your email, bank account, or work systems now.

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