Tired of Multifactor Authentication?

So are we. But that extra 2 minutes in getting the random specialized code or text and typing it in to the computer will and has saved people from getting hacked, money taken, identity stolen, and accounts lost.

Over the years we have heard stories about people delaying or getting rid of 2 factor authentication then it backfires on them down the road. Is it easier, quicker, and less annoying without it? Absolutely! But we have to think of the big picture. If a hacker takes control of an account and your credit or debit card is connected to it or there is sensitive information, that jeopardizes your accounts, identity, client or patient info and more. Your social security number could be used. You may be locked out of a system entirely.

Whatever you do, KEEP the multifactor authentication.

Do remember to update your 2 factor authenticator (2FA) whether that means updating the phone number tied to it, updating the 2FA app, updating an email or changing a pin. Without the correct info on the 2 factor authentication you're also out of luck accessing your account, unless there is a back up way to be able to login, that you would have set up previously. This is a very important part to remember because without a backup there is a chance that the account will be lost and inaccessible.

Why should I keep the authenticator?

For your security and safety. It's as simple as that. With the different ways to get the 2FA or multifactor authenticator, your accounts are less likely to be taken away from you, your information stolen, money taken, and time spent trying to recover your account.

Here the some reasons to keep the authenticator:

• It's harder to hack

• Accounts and sensitive information are more secure (ex: banking info) since there are additional layers of protection

• You are in compliance with regulatory standards if you are in certain professions like healthcare and banking.

• Peace of mind that there is more security

There are more pros than cons in using 2FA than not. And the con being it takes an additional step to login.

Nowadays there are a multitude of ways to get the authentication to log in; via a text, phone call, on an app, through an email, biometric like a fingerprint or face recognition, and a few others. With the different options available it makes logging in not as annoying and completely worth the additional time spent.