Security News > 2022 > August > How to use Authy: A guide for beginners

Below we'll look at how to use Authy and get it up and running quickly to provide your accounts with an extra layer of security.

Authy is now installed on your phone and you are ready to start adding accounts for 2FA authentication.

Setting up your accounts to use Authy for 2FA. Now you will want to start adding specific login accounts that you want protected by Authy.

Figure D. At this point, most sites will ask if you want to use an app such as Authy or use SMS. In this case, we will select Authy.

Whenever you log in to that account, you will be required to enter the six-digit PIN provided by Authy.

Figure K. Once entered, the Authy app on your phone will be notified and alert you that a new device wants to be synced to the account.

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