Set Up Google Authenticator for Gmail

🔐 Set Up Google Authenticator for Gmail

1. Sign in to your Google Account

   • Go to https://myaccount.google.com/

   • Log in with your Gmail account.

2. Go to Security Settings

   • On the left sidebar, click Security.

   • Under "How you sign in to Google", select 2-Step Verification.

3. Enable 2-Step Verification

   • Click Get Started.

   • Enter your Gmail password again to confirm.

   • Follow the prompt to set up your first verification method (usually SMS or Google prompt).

   This step is required before adding the Authenticator app.

4. Set up Google Authenticator

   • After enabling 2-Step Verification, scroll down to Authenticator App.

   • Click Set up Authenticator.

   • Choose your phone type (Android or iPhone).

   • A QR code will appear on your screen.

5. Add the QR Code to Google Authenticator

   • On your phone, open the Google Authenticator app.

   • Tap the + button → choose Scan a QR code.

   • Scan the QR code displayed on your computer.

   • A 6-digit code will appear in your app.

6. Verify

   • Enter the 6-digit code from Google Authenticator into your Google Account setup page.

   • Click Verify → Done ✅

7. Backup Codes (Important)

   • Google will give you backup codes. Save them in a safe place in case you lose access to your phone.

After this, every time you log in to Gmail, you’ll be asked to enter a 6-digit code from Google Authenticator (or use backup codes if needed).