How to enable two factor authentication yahoo mail

Enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) on Yahoo Mail adds an extra layer of security to your account by requiring a second form of verification, in addition to your password, to access your account. Here's how to enable 2FA on Yahoo Mail:

Method 1: Enable 2FA using the Yahoo Account Info page

  1. Go to the Yahoo Account Info page (https://info.yahoo.com/).
  2. Sign in with your Yahoo email address and password.
  3. Click on "Account Security" from the menu on the left.
  4. Scroll down to the "Two-Step Verification" section.
  5. Click on "Get started" next to "Two-Step Verification".
  6. Follow the prompts to set up 2FA. You'll need to:
    • Enter your phone number (mobile or landline).
    • Choose a verification method: SMS (text message), Voice call, or Authenticator app (Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, or Authy).
    • Enter the verification code sent to your phone or generated by your chosen verification method.
  7. Click "Save" to complete the setup.

Method 2: Enable 2FA using the Yahoo Mail app

  1. Open the Yahoo Mail app on your mobile device.
  2. Tap on the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left corner.
  3. Tap on "Settings" (gear icon).
  4. Scroll down to "Account" and tap on it.
  5. Tap on "Two-Step Verification".
  6. Follow the prompts to set up 2FA. You'll need to:
    • Enter your phone number (mobile or landline).
    • Choose a verification method: SMS (text message), Voice call, or Authenticator app (Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator, or Authy).
    • Enter the verification code sent to your phone or generated by your chosen verification method.
  7. Tap "Save" to complete the setup.

What to expect after enabling 2FA

After enabling 2FA, you'll need to enter a verification code sent to your phone or generated by your chosen verification method every time you sign in to your Yahoo Mail account. This adds an extra layer of security to your account, making it more difficult for unauthorized users to access your account.

Remember to keep your phone number and verification method up to date to ensure uninterrupted access to your Yahoo Mail account.