Google Authenticator Backup Qr Code
Under signing in to google click 2 step verification.
Google authenticator backup qr code. When you initially enable google authenticator you are provided with a qr code to set it up. Go to your google account. You can also write down the backup key on screen. Be sure to file the printout or backup key in a safe place that you can access.
In addition you also have a backup or secret key that you need to write down print off and store. Setup google authenticator download and install the google authenticator app on your smartphone from the relevant app store. Enter the 6 digit code on your web browser into. You can scan this code or write down the backup key if you need to set up google authenticator on a new device.
Once configured you can get verification codes without the need for a network or cellular connection. You can print or download your codes. Alternatively you can take a screenshot of these to keep somewhere really safe. Automatic setup via qr code support for multiple accounts support for time based and counter based code generation to use google authenticator you need to enable 2 step verification on your google account.
This is by far the easiest way to regain access to your account. Create view a set of backup codes. Another point against google authenticator backup codes is they are as secure as a password written down on a paper. An intruder can easily copy them if they are in physical vicinity and use them to gain access to your account.
On the left navigation panel click security. Google authenticator turn on 2 step verification when you enable 2 step verification also known as two factor authentication you add an extra layer of security to your account. Granted the intruder will have to be among your peers and know the user password. Under backup codes click set up or show codes.
If the backup key is not on screen you may need to click can t scan it below the qr code to display the backup key. Tap begin then scan a barcode. Print the qr code and or copy the backup key.