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Stop Using SMS 2FA | Better Security Options (Authenticator Apps & Keys)
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Using text messages for two-factor authentication is better than nothing, but it is the weakest link in your security chain. Hackers are increasingly using "SIM swapping" to trick carriers into transferring your number to their phone, letting them intercept your login codes. In this video, we explain why SMS is vulnerable and show you how to switch to much safer alternatives like app-based authenticators (Google, Microsoft, Authy) or physical hardware security keys to truly lock down your accounts.