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Google to Replace SMS With QR Codes

Google Is Replacing SMS Codes With QR Codes for Gmail Authentication

SMS codes have long been less secure than other forms of authentication. With QR codes, Google aims to reduce users' dependency on carriers for account verification.

Digital Trends on MSN · 20h

Google will replace unsafe Gmail SMS codes with QR scan verification

Instead of getting six-digit log-in codes via SMS, which is unsafe and prone to phishing, users will see a QR code that they can scan with their phone’s camera.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to Your

TechRadar · 1h

Google is ditching SMS - and will now use QR codes for Gmail account authentication

Google will instead introduce on-screen QR codes that will have to be scanned with your chosen authentication device in order to verify that it is actually you trying to log in. This potentially adds an extra layer of biometric security for those who use a facial recognition or fingerprint scan to access their device or applications.

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Tom's Guide on MSN · 22h

Major Gmail change just confirmed for millions of users — what you need to know

This major Gmail change will certainly take some getting used to if you rely on SMS codes for authentication. It’s worth noting that you can already use a trusted device like your phone or tablet to log into your account so that you don’t have to be bothered with entering an authentication code each time you log into your account.

MUO on MSN · 20h

Gmail Will Soon Make a Huge Change on How You Authenticate Your Account

Google will soon change how you’ll authenticate your Gmail account. Instead of the familiar SMS security code, Google is moving to a more secure method. Moving From SMS to QR Codes for Gmail Authentication First reported by Forbes,

The Independent on MSN · 1d

Major Gmail update will change how billions access emails

Google is about to overhaul the login procedure for nearly 2 billion Gmail users as part of a major security update to its email service. The current method of sending an SMS text message to verify a user’s identity will be phased out “over the next few months”,

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Gmail is changing a very important security feature

Google is always trying to improve its apps, but it rarely makes major changes to security features to avoid confusing users. One of Google’s most popular apps, Gmail, is going to change a crucial ...

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Google to Replace SMS With QR Codes

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