How to change security settings on yahoo mail

To change security settings on Yahoo Mail, follow these steps:

Step 1: Log in to your Yahoo Mail account

Go to the Yahoo Mail website (www.yahoo.com/mail) and sign in with your email address and password.

Step 2: Click on the gear icon

In the top right corner of the page, click on the gear icon ().

Step 3: Select "More Settings"

From the drop-down menu, select "More Settings".

Step 4: Click on "Account Info"

In the "More Settings" page, click on "Account Info".

Step 5: Scroll down to "Security"

In the "Account Info" page, scroll down to the "Security" section.

Step 6: Update your security settings

You can update the following security settings:

• Two-Step Verification: Enable or disable two-step verification, which requires you to enter a verification code sent to your phone or another device in addition to your password.
• Password Recovery: Choose how you want to recover your password if you forget it. You can choose to receive a recovery code via SMS or email.
• Login Verification: Enable or disable login verification, which requires you to enter a verification code sent to your phone or another device every time you log in.
• Account Recovery: Choose how you want to recover your account if you forget your password or email address. You can choose to receive a recovery code via SMS or email.
• Security Questions: Set up security questions to help protect your account. You can choose from a list of pre-defined questions or create your own.

Step 7: Save your changes

Once you've updated your security settings, click "Save" to save your changes.

Additional Tips

• Make sure to keep your security settings up to date and review them regularly to ensure your account remains secure.
• Consider enabling two-step verification and login verification to add an extra layer of security to your account.
• Keep your password and recovery information secure and do not share them with anyone.
• If you're concerned about the security of your account, consider changing your password and enabling two-step verification.

By following these steps, you can change your security settings on Yahoo Mail to help protect your account from unauthorized access.