Google will replace unsafe Gmail SMS codes with QR scan verification

Ever since Google enabled two-step verification for Gmail and other tied authentication protocols in its ecosystem, SMS codes ...
BGR

Gmail Just Got A User Verification Feature That Might Prevent You From Getting Hacked

The security of your Gmail email, and by extension the entire Google account attached to it, is very important. It's imperative you don't make it easy for hackers to get in and extract data that can ...
XDA Developers on MSN

Gmail is finally getting rid of SMS security codes to protect your security

Google plans to replace SMS verification with QR codes due to phishing risks and security vulnerabilities exploited by scammers. QR codes will eliminate the need to enter security codes when accessing ...
Business Today

Google to replace SMS-based two-factor authentication with QR codes for Gmail

Google is preparing to phase out SMS-based two-factor authentication (2FA) for Gmail users, replacing it with QR code verification, according to a Forbes report. The move is aimed at enhancing ...
techtimes

Gmail SMS Authentication Is Shutting Down in Favor of QR Code Verification—Is This a More Secure Method?

Google is now planning to phase out the use of SMS authentication for Gmail, and the company is looking towards using other methods that are far safer and more convenient than text messages. Various ...
GIGAZINE

Google is replacing Gmail's two-factor authentication with QR codes instead of six-digit authentication codes

Google's two-factor authentication tool for Gmail has traditionally consisted of six-digit verification codes sent via SMS messages. Google is reportedly looking to replace the SMS authentication ...
Zee Business

Gmail may now ask users for verification while adding new forwarding address

The sensitive actions include creating a new filter, editing an existing filter, importing filters, adding a new forwarding address from the Forwarding and POP/IMAP settings, and enabling the IMAP ...