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Add an extra security step to sign into your account with 2-step verification. Find out how to turn on 2-step verification and receive a verification code, and how to turn off 2-step verification if you need to.
2-Step Verification with a Security Key A security key is a physical device that gets uniquely associated with your AOL account after you enable it. Each time you sign in with your password, you'll be prompted to approve access to your account using your key. This prevents anyone who doesn't have your security key device from gaining access to your account.
Why am I asked to verify my account after signing in? If there's something unusual about your sign in or recent activity, we'll ask you to go through another verification step after you've entered the correct password. This is an important security feature that helps to protect your account from unauthorized access. You may be prompted to get a verification code at your recovery phone number ...
Yahoo Finance's Dan Howley discusses what is two-factor authentication and how to use it. Video Transcript - Also in this week's tech report, you're talking about how to set up 2-factor authorization.
If you are unsure whether the security feature is set up for your account, it is best to contact the company your account is with and enquire about Two-Factor Authentication.
Having trouble signing in? Find out how to identify and correct common sign-in issues like problems with your username and password, account locks, looping logins, and other account access errors.
Learn about how you can access AOL Mail across different mobile devices.
1. Change your password immediately. 2. Delete app passwords you don’t recognize. 3. Revert your mail settings if they were changed. 4. Ensure you have antivirus software installed and updated. 5. Check to make sure your recovery options are up-to-date. 6. Consider enabling two-step verification to add an extra layer of security to your account.