How to Set up Two-Factor Authentication on X

Two Two-factor authentication is a great way to solidify and secure your account. This adds a layer of security to your account by incorporating a secondary login method, apart from the usual password that you enter. More apps are now moving forward and welcoming this two-step verification on their apps. In this guide, we will check out the steps to set up two-factor authentication on the X app for Android. Let’s begin with the steps. Also, check out the steps to enable the secure sign-in feature in Windows 10.

Enable Two-Factor Authentication on X

There are three different methods to carry out the task: via Text Message, Authentication App, and Security Key. The third one isn’t yet available on the app. Therefore, we will restrict ourselves to the first two methods of enabling the Two-Factor Authentication on the X app. With that said, here are the steps to follow. Moreover, look at the steps to block Tweets and Retweets from individuals on X.

Via Text Message

1. Open the X app and tap your avatar at the top left.
2. Head to Settings and Privacy and go to the Account section.
3. Next, tap Security > Two-Factor Authentication on the X app.
4. Select the Text Message option and tap the Get Started option.
   
5. You’ll now have to enter your X account password.
6. Next, enter your phone number in the provided section and tap Next.
7. You’ll receive a confirmation code on the given mobile number. Enter it and tap Next.

That’s it. These were the steps to enable Two-Factor Authentication in X via SMS. The next time you log in to X, you will receive a text message with an authentication code. You’ll have to enter that code, apart from your usual password, for a successful login to your account.

You might have also noticed that there’s a single-use backup code. This code will help you sign in, in case you don’t receive the intended SMS with the code. Let’s now look at the steps to enable Two-Factor Authentication on X via an authenticator app.

Via an Authenticator App

Open the Play Store and download the Google Authenticator app. There are other apps like Microsoft Authenticator or the Authy app that are very much capable of acting as a Two-Factor Authentication app for X. However, in this guide, we are going ahead with the one provided by Google.

1. Now, on your X app, head to Settings and Privacy.
2. Go to the Accounts section and tap on Security.
3. Tap on Two-Factor Authentication on the X app and select the Authentication App option.
4. Click Start and enter your password to verify your account.
5. Next, click on the Link app button now. Doing so will take you to the Google Authenticator app (or any other app you have installed).
6. A pop-up will now request to save this key linked to your Account. Tap OK. You will now get a six-digit verification code.

Open the X app and enter this code over there. Make sure to do it quickly as the provided code expires within seconds. On the successful attempt, you’ll now get the success message. The next time you log in to X, you’ll have to enter the Verification Code from the authenticator app, apart from the usual account password.

With this, we conclude the guide on enabling Two-Factor Authentication on the X app for Android. Which method will you end up choosing? Do let us know the same in the comments section.

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