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frequently asked questions about two-step verification of Apple ID

get answers to frequently asked questions about two-step verification of Apple ID.

what is two-step verification of Apple ID?

two-step authentication is an additional security feature of Apple ID, which is designed to prevent anyone from accessing or using your account, even if they know the password.

it requires you to use a device or other recognized methods to verify your identity. Then you can perform the following operations:

Log in to the Apple ID account page

Log in to iCloud

Log in to iMessage, Game Center or FaceTime

Log in to iTunes through a new device. Shopping in iBooks or App Store

Getting Apple ID related support from Apple

Two-step authentication is different from double authentication, which is an improved security method directly built into iOS 9 and OS X El Capitan.

why should two-step authentication be used for my Apple ID?

Apple ID is the key to many Apple-related tasks. It is important to note that only you can access your account details, update your password, access your stored data and update your data synchronously through iCloud, or use your account to shop in iTunes and App Store. The two-step verification function can ensure the security of Apple ID and personal information as much as possible.

how to set up two-step verification?

log in to the Apple ID account page.

under two-step verification, click get started.

answer the security questions, and then follow the corresponding steps to complete the setup.

how does it work?

when setting up two-step authentication, you need to register one or more trusted devices. The trusted device is controlled by you, and you can receive the 4-digit verification code via SMS or "Find My iPhone". You need to provide at least one phone number that supports SMS.

after that, every time you log in to manage your Apple ID, log in to iCloud, or shop in iTunes, iBooks or App Store through a new device, you need to enter your password and 4-digit verification code to verify your identity, as shown below.

after logging in, you can safely access your account or shop as usual. Without the password and verification code, you will not be able to access the account.

you will also receive a 14-character recovery key, please print it out and keep it properly. If you can't access the trusted device or forget your password, you can use the recovery key to regain account access.

do you still need to remember all the safety tips?

if you use two-step authentication, you don't need to create or remember any security questions. Your identity can be specifically verified through passwords, verification codes sent to trusted devices and recovery keys.

which SMS numbers should I verify for my account?

you need to verify at least one phone number that supports SMS for your account. You should consider verifying all the phone numbers commonly used by your iPhone or other mobile phones that support SMS. You should also consider verifying the phone numbers that your friends and relatives (such as spouses or other family members) use to support SMS. You can use this number if you are temporarily unable to access your device.

landline or web-based (VOIP) telephone service cannot be used for two-step authentication.

how do I use the "find my iPhone" notification to receive the verification code?

you can use the "find my iPhone" notification to receive the verification code on all iOS devices with the "find my iPhone" function turned on. Learn how to set up Find My iPhone.

where should I save the recovery key?

please keep the recovery key in your home, office or other places. You should consider printing multiple copies of the key so that it can be stored in multiple places. In this way, you can easily find the key when you need it, and you can still have a spare copy if you lose or destroy one copy. You should not store the recovery key on the device or computer, because this will allow unauthorized users to obtain the key immediately.

if you need a new recovery key, you can create one on the Apple ID account page. Just sign in with your password and trusted device, go to the Security section and click Edit, then click Replace Lost Key.

after creating a new key, the old recovery key will be invalid.

how can I log in to my account using an application that does not support entering a two-step verification code?

you can generate an application-specific password on the Apple ID account page and enter it in the password field of the application you want to log in to. This allows you to log in safely, even if the application you want to use does not support entering the verification code. For example, you can log in to an iCloud, address book, or calendar application that uses third-party email with an application-specific password.

if you want to generate an application-specific password, please log in to the Apple ID account page. In the Security section, click Edit >; "Generate password".

learn more about the application-specific password.

what should I remember when using two-step authentication?

two-step authentication simplifies the process and enhances the security of Apple ID. After two-step authentication is turned on, you can only access and manage your account with a password, a verification code sent to a trusted device or a recovery key, and other methods are not feasible. Only you can reset passwords, manage trusted devices, or create a new recovery key. Apple support staff can help you solve other service problems, but they can't update or restore these three contents for you. Therefore, when you use two-step authentication, you must:

remember the password

make sure the trusted device is safe

keep the recovery key properly

If you lose the right to two of the above three items at the same time, your Apple ID will be locked permanently.

what should I do if I lose my recovery key?

you can log in to the Apple ID account page and create a new recovery key using your Apple ID password and any trusted device.

what should I do if I forget my Apple ID password?

you can reset your password through the Apple ID account page and use your recovery key and any trusted device.

Apple support can't reset your password. To reset your password, you must have a recovery key and have access to at least one of the trusted devices.

what if I lose or give away one of my trusted devices?

if you can no longer access one of your devices, please go to the Apple ID account page as soon as possible and remove the device from the list of trusted devices. In this way, the device can no longer be used to verify your identity.

what if I can no longer access all trusted devices?

if you can't access all trusted devices, you can still access your account with your password and recovery key. Then you should verify a new trusted device as soon as possible.

why do I have to wait before setting up two-step authentication?

if you have made significant changes to your Apple ID account information recently, Apple is not allowed to continue with the two-step verification settings for security reasons. Major changes include resetting passwords or setting new security questions. This waiting period helps Apple confirm that you are the only one who accesses or modifies your account. While you are waiting, you can continue to use your account for all Apple services and stores as usual.

Apple will send an email to all your registered email addresses, informing you of the waiting period and encouraging you to contact Apple support if you think that someone else has accessed your account without authorization. After the date listed on the Apple ID account page and in the email you receive, you can set up two-step verification.

after the waiting period, you will have 3 days to complete the two-step verification setup. Another waiting period may be triggered if 3 days have passed before you try to complete the setup, or if significant changes have been made to the account during this period.

how do I turn off two-step authentication?

log in to the Apple ID account page.

in the security section, click edit.

click turn off two-step verification.

create a new safety question and verify your date of birth.

you will receive an email confirming that the two-step verification of your Apple ID has been turned off.

in which countries are two-step verification available?

two-step authentication is available in the following countries. When two-step authentication is available in other countries, this feature will be automatically displayed in the "Security" section of the Apple ID account page.

Albania

Algeria

Angola

Anguilla

Antigua and Barbuda

Argentina

Armenia

Aruba

Australia

Austria

Bahamas

Bahrain

Barbados

Belarus

Belgium < P > Canada

Cayman Islands

Central Africa * * * and China

Chad

Chile

China

Colombia

Congo * * * and China

Costa Rica

C? te d 'Ivoire

Croatia

. And Ecuador

Egypt

El Salvador

Estonia

Ethiopia

Fiji

Finland

France

Gambia

Germany

Ghana

Greece

Grenada

Guam

Guatemala

. Asia

Ireland

Israel

Italy

Jamaica

Japan

Jordan

Kazakhstan

Kenya

Kuwait

Laos

Latvia

Lebanon

Liechtenstein

Lithuania

Luxembourg < p.

Moldova

Montenegro * * * And

Morocco

Namibia

Netherlands

New Zealand

Nicaragua

Niger

Nigeria

Norway

Oman

Pakistan

Palau

Panama

Papua New Guinea

Paraguay

Peru < And Nevis

Saint Lucia

Samoa

Sao Tome and Principe

Saudi Arabia

Senegal

Seychelles

Sierra Leone

Singapore

Slovakia

Slovenia

Solomon Islands

South Africa

Spain

Sri Lanka

Suriname. Trinidad and Tobago

Tunisia

Turkey

Uganda

Ukraine

United Arab Emirates

United Kingdom

United States

Uruguay

Vanuatu

Venezuela

Vietnam

Virgin Islands (United States)

Yemen

Zimbabwe.