Protect Facebook app with code generator - how it works
With the code generator you protect your Facebook account in the app from hacker attacks and unauthorized access. We show you how to activate and use the code generator.
Protect Facebook app with code generator
The code generator creates a new security code every 30 seconds that can be used when you log in to your Facebook account on another device. How to activate the generator from your smartphone:
- Call up the menu icon in the top right corner.
- Scroll down to Settings and tap "Code Generator".
- Touch the "Activate" button.
- From now on, a new code is generated every 30 seconds, even if you are not connected to the Internet.
- To deactivate the code generator again, visit the Facebook website and call up the security settings.
- If you have activated the "Registration confirmation" item, you can use the code generator for verification and do not have to wait for an SMS with a registration code.
We will tell you in another practical tip what you can do if your Facebook account has already been hacked.