eBay: Activate two-factor authentication
Many eBay customers want secure two-factor authentication for their account. However, since eBay does not offer such a service, we will show you how you can still protect your account using PayPal.
eBay: two-factor authentication via PayPal
Since eBay does not provide such a service, you yourself point out to protect your account via PayPal.
- Log in to your PayPal account.
- Click the gear in the upper right corner and choose Security> Security Key.
- Then select "Order free of charge" and enter your mobile number.
- A code will now be sent to your smartphone as soon as you log in to PayPal. This also increases your security on eBay, since no one can use your account without authorization.
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