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How do I add two-step verification to my Yahoo email?

How do I turn on 2FA for my Yahoo account? What is Yahoo two-step verification and how do I set it up? 

You must enable Two-Step Verification (2FA) on your Yahoo account before you can generate an app password for Investor Matching.

Two-Step Verification adds an extra layer of security to your Yahoo account by requiring an additional verification step when signing in.


How do I enable two-step verification?

  1. Sign in to your Yahoo Account Security page.
  2. Under Ways of signing in, click 2-step verification.
  3. Choose your preferred verification method, such as:
    • Yahoo app notification
    • Phone number
    • Authenticator app
  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

You can also follow Yahoo's official instructions here:
https://help.yahoo.com/kb/SLN5013.html


How do I sign in using two-step verification?

Once 2-step verification is enabled, here’s how to sign in:

  1. Enter your Yahoo account email and password.
  2. Open any Yahoo app on your mobile device.
  3. When prompted, click Approve from phone.
  4. Click Yes, send me a notification.
  5. On your device, tap Yes to approve the sign-in.

Notes

  • You must have at least one Yahoo app installed on your mobile device to receive push notifications.
  • Make sure notifications are enabled for the Yahoo app to avoid login issues.
  • If you lose access to your device, you may need to use backup sign-in methods (if previously set up).