How to Add Second Layer Security to your Google Account

Adding a second layer of security to any of your online accounts is a must nowadays. Some online financial accounts like on the online banking uses this feature to secure their clients.

Facebook also has this feature, if you still don’t know how to add security to your Facebook account, you may refer to my previous post “How to Add Security to Facebook account“.

This article will show you how to add another layer of security to your Google account using your phone via text, voice call, or Google authenticator app that can be installed on your smartphone.

How to Add Second Layer Security to your Google Account

Adding a second layer of security to your Google account, also known as 2-Step Verification (2SV) or Two-Factor Authentication (2FA), provides an extra layer of protection in case someone obtains your password. Here’s how you can enable it for your Google account:

1. Enable 2-Step Verification

1. Go to Google Account Settings.
2. On the left sidebar, click on Security.
3. Scroll down to the “Signing in to Google” section.
4. Click on 2-Step Verification and then click on Get Started.
5. Follow the prompts to sign in to your account again.
6. Google will guide you through setting up 2-Step Verification.

2. Choose Your Verification Method