Instagram: Use two-step authentication - how it works
Especially if you use Instagram professionally, two-step authentication can be a useful function for you. In this article we show you what is behind and how to activate the function in Instagram.
Two-step authentication in Instagram - you need the function for this
- If you have activated two-step authentication in Instagram, the access data (user name, password) alone is no longer sufficient to log in to your account.
- You will also receive a code via SMS to your stored number, which you must enter to log in.
- The double authentication offers protection if your access data is hacked. As long as the hackers do not have access to your smartphone at the same time, they cannot log into your Instagram account.
How to enable two-factor authentication
You can activate secure authentication via the Instagram app on your smartphone.
- Go to your profile picture in the bottom right of Instagram.
- Then tap the symbol with the three horizontal stripes in the top right corner.
- In the menu that is now open, go to "Settings" at the bottom.
- Select "Two-step authentication" from the list.
- Tap the button at "Request security code" and confirm with "Activate".
- You will then be sent a first code to your stored telephone number. Enter this in the displayed text field.
- On the next page you will receive several replacement codes, of which you can take a screenshot. You need these codes if you want to log in to your account but cannot receive an SMS - for example when you are abroad.
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