Waiting for iPhone confirmation. Two-Step Apple ID Verification

Apple ID is the key to the entire Apple ecosystem. And over time, its importance only increases. iCloud, iCloud Drive, photos, contacts, purchases, iMessage - all this is tied to the Apple ID and, in case of problems with authorization, can be irretrievably lost.

Moreover, your iPhone, iPad and Mac are also heavily dependent on the Apple ID and without it they will turn into “bricks”. Fraudsters often take advantage of this - they guess the password, log into iCloud, remotely block all devices and extort money for unlocking.

In this article I will tell you how to protect yourself from scammers, jealous girlfriends and curious children who can turn your life into a nightmare.

Complex password - banal, but it works

The first thing you need to start with is changing your Apple ID password to a complex one. Of course, there is no need to fall into paranoia here. It is enough to do something meaningless for strangers with a length of 10–12 characters. We have had the Touch ID fingerprint sensor for a long time, so we won’t have to enter such a password by hand often.

To change your password:

Visit appleid.apple.com
Security → Change password;
Follow the on-screen prompts: enter the old password and the new one twice.

Change your Apple ID password

A killer feature that many have never even heard of. If you created your Apple ID a long time ago, then you probably use “security questions” and a backup recovery email for the second level of security. But this method is already outdated and not safe. Therefore, it is worth switching to two-step authentication.

This authentication method, in addition to the password, always requires confirmation of identity using a trusted device. You cannot log into your account simply by knowing your login and password.

When I tried to log into my Apple ID account from a Mac, I received a one-time password on my phone.

Two-step verification works for:

Login to your Apple ID account page;
Sign in to iCloud or iCloud.com from a new device;
Sign in to Message, Game Center or FaceTime;
purchases from the iTunes Store, App Store or Book Store on a new device;
obtain information on your Apple ID from Apple Support.

To enable two-step verification for your Apple ID:

Go to appleid.apple.com and log in with your Apple ID;
Safety ▸ Two-step verification ▸ Tune;
Enter your mobile phone number to which a verification code will be sent;
Enter the verification code in the browser field that appears;
Select and list your devices that can be used for authorization;

If you do not have other Apple devices that can receive a one-time password, then it will be sent to your phone via video SMS.

What's the result?

After all these manipulations you should get the following:

A good Apple ID password for logging into iCloud, Apple Music, App Store, etc.;
Two-step authentication in which you need to have access to a verified device or mobile phone number to change any Apple ID settings or iCloud login on unfamiliar devices.

Apple iD two-step verification protects your Apple iD from hacking. By enabling it, you will receive a code to the number you specified or to your device (iPhone, iPad) after entering your Apple iD password. That is, even if someone finds out your password, they will still need to gain access to your device or number.

To begin, you will need to answer security questions. You can do this by going to the apple id website at appleid.apple.com/account/manage/security.

Either sooner or later you will get a “Verification Required” message. To ensure the security of your Apple iD, you must sign in and answer security questions.

Safety confirmation. Since this is your first time making a purchase on this device, you must answer security questions to verify your identity. If you have forgotten the answers, go to appleid.apple.com.

And here will be your questions, which you once chose. Answer them.

Resetting Apple iD security questions.

I forgot the answers to the security questions, so I went to appleid.apple.com, entered my apple id and password. Next, go to the “password and security” tab and click “send information to reset security settings to the address” and your mailbox will be indicated.

The message was sent by e-mail. You'll receive a message with instructions on how to reset your security settings in your inbox.

Go to your mailbox and you will see an email from Apple with the option to reset security questions. Click on the “reset now” link in the email.

If you did not submit this request or believe that someone else may have accessed your account, please reset your password at appleid.apple.com.

Now that we've reset the security questions, we can choose three new security questions and come up with an answer to them. Just now don’t forget the answers to your new security questions.

Here you can change the password for your apple id. To do this, click on “change password”.

Enter a backup e-mail to which, if necessary, we can send links to confirm your identity and change your account information. Information on other topics will not be sent.

Enter your backup email, indicate your date of birth and click “save.”

Your password and security settings have been saved.

Enable Two-Step Verification for Apple iD.

Now in the “password and security” tab we answer security questions so that we can enable two-step verification. And click continue.

Two-step verification provides additional security by preventing unauthorized people from accessing your account (even if they have the password).

Click “proceed”.

With two-step verification turned on, making any changes to your account information, signing in to iCloud, or making purchases from the iTunes Store or App Store on a new device will require you to verify your identity using one of your existing devices.

You enter your Apple iD and password. We send a verification code to one of your devices. You enter the code, thereby confirming your identity, and enter the system.

You will also be provided with a recovery key that you can use to gain access to your account in case you forget your password or lose your device.

Click continue.

If two-step verification is enabled, changes to your account can only be made after verification has been completed.

There will be no need to memorize test questions, and no one will be able to guess the answers to them.
Only you can reset your password
If you have forgotten your password, you can reset it using a recovery key and a verification device

Click continue.

Before you enable two-step verification, make sure you understand the following security requirements.

With two-step verification enabled, changes to your account will only be possible if two of the following conditions are met simultaneously:

presence of a password
presence of a recovery key

Click start.

You will be able to enable two-step verification after 3 days.

The waiting period ensures that no one other than the owner of that Apple iD can turn on two-step verification. A notification will be sent to all registered email addresses. Thank you for your understanding.

To continue setting up, return here after 03:59.

Click ready.

The 3-day wait was done in case someone stole your iPhone or iPad and wanted to enable two-step verification so that you could no longer gain access to your Apple iD. And since you have to wait 3 days, in case of theft, you will have time to block the SIM card or block the stolen device so that the thief does not gain access to your Apple iD data and device.

You will receive an email asking you to enable two-step verification for your Apple iD, so that if you didn't do it, you will know that someone is trying to enable two-step verification on your Apple iD.

After 3 days, you will receive an email informing you that you can set up two-step verification for your Apple iD.

We'd like to inform you that the waiting period has ended and you can now set up two-step verification for your Apple iD.

Set up two-step verification for Apple iD.

Answer the security questions to verify your identity and click continue.

Click “proceed” to begin setting up two-step verification.

Click continue.

Click start.

Step 1 of 4: Configure verified devices.

Verified devices are used to verify identity. You must have one phone number that can receive SMS messages.

Click Add phone number.

Enter a phone number that can receive SMS messages. This could be your number or the number of someone you trust. The SMS message is free, since it is the SMS that is sent to you, and not where you send it.

Confirm your phone number. We have sent a verification code to your number. Enter the code to verify your phone number.

An SMS code will be sent to your device.

Enter the SMS code and click confirm. If you have not received the code, you can click send a new code.

Ready. Your phone is linked. You can also verify your identity using any device that has Find My iPhone, Find My iPad, or Find My iPod touch enabled for your Apple iD.

If you have any of these applications, you can also link your device by clicking “confirm”.

A verification code will be sent to your iPhone, iPad or iPod.

Enter this code to verify the device and click "verify".

We have completed the first step of setting up two-step verification. Click continue.

Step 2 of 4: Print the recovery key.

You will need the recovery key to access your account in case you forget your password or lose your verification device. Print or write down the recovery key. Keep at least one copy of the key in a safe place. Do not save it on your computer.

Click print key. When printing, you can select a pdf printer and simply save the .pdf file with the key or simply write it down somewhere so that no one but you knows it.

Step 3 and 4: Confirm the recovery key.

Enter your recovery key in the box below to confirm that you have a copy of the key.

Enter the key and click confirm.

Step 4 of 4: Enable two-step verification.

With two-step verification enabled, any changes to your account will only be possible if two of the following conditions are met simultaneously:

presence of a password
having access to a verified device
presence of a recovery key

If you forget your password, you'll need a recovery key and a verified device to reset it. Apple won't be able to reset or change your password.

To use third-party apps in iCloud, such as mail, contacts, or calendar apps, you need app passwords.

It is your responsibility to keep the recovery key in a safe place.

Check the box next to “I understand the terms above” and click “turn on two-step verification.”

Two-step verification is enabled for your Apple iD. Click ready.

You will receive an email notifying you that two-step verification is enabled for your Apple iD.

Going forward, to make changes to your account, sign in to iCloud, or make purchases from the iTunes Store or App Store on a new device, you'll need to verify your identity using one of your devices.

We've also provided you with a recovery key that you can use if you forget your password or lose access to verified devices. Make sure you have at least one copy of the recovery key stored in a safe place.

To change your password or recovery key and manage verified devices, sign in to your My Apple iD page.

If you turned on two-step verification because you think someone else has learned your Apple iD password, change your password immediately to prevent them from using your account.

If you didn't ask to turn on two-step verification and you think someone else has taken advantage of your account, Apple Support can help.

Now in managing security settings you will see this picture. Your Apple iD is completely protected. Congratulations.

You can also disable two-step verification on this page and create new security questions.

Following the USA, Great Britain, Australia and Ireland, two-step authorization of Apple ID has started working in Russia. We found the corresponding changes in the account settings on the Apple website.

Two-step verification provides additional protection against unauthorized access to your Apple ID. Even if an attacker has your account password, he will not be able to perform any actions using your account.

Then select “Password and Security”. After entering your answers to the security questions, you will be able to access the Enable Two-Step Verification menu.

In the next step, you will have to enter your phone number to receive an SMS with a verification code.

As soon as you enter the verification code, the system will inform you of the recovery key. Print it out or write it down and keep it in a safe place.

After clicking Continue, you will see a confirmation that two-step verification is enabled.

Once you activate this additional security measure, you won't be able to sign in to your Apple ID or make purchases from the , App Store, or iBooks Store without verifying your identity using one of your devices. This is especially true in the case of.

With two-step verification, you no longer have to create security questions. The system identifies you using a password and verification codes sent to trusted devices, and a recovery key. It is worth noting that there is no way to reset your password without a recovery key, even after calling Apple technical support.

Thus, Apple has taken another step towards Russian users, which, of course, cannot but rejoice.

This article contains information about how to add, change, or remove the different types of email addresses that you can use with your Apple ID.

Email addresses used with Apple ID

Your Apple ID uses email addresses to sign into your Apple account. With your Apple ID, you can access services like , Apple Music, iCloud, iMessage, FaceTime, and more. Your email addresses are used to send you account information and to help you communicate with friends and family with you and share various data.

Before you use your new or updated Apple ID, we'll send you a verification email to make sure the email address is yours.

Apple ID email address

Additional email addresses

Many of us have multiple email addresses that we use to communicate with friends and family. Add your frequently used email address to your Apple ID so your friends and family can easily find and communicate with you through Apple services like FaceTime, iMessage, and Find My Friends.

To add an additional email address, follow these steps:

Sign in to your Apple ID account page.
Under Account, click Change.
Below the Contact Details option, select Add.
Please provide an additional email address and we will send a confirmation message to it.
Enter the verification code and click "Verify".

Make sure the email address you enter is not used as your Apple ID. If you need to remove one of the additional email addresses, click next to the address.

Backup email addresses

Adding a backup address is optional, but recommended. If you can't remember yours, you can use your backup email address to reset them. If you do not have a backup email address, you will need it to receive assistance. All security related notifications are also sent to your recovery email address.

Follow these steps to add or change a backup address.

In order to fully use your iPhone you need create an Apple ID. With this user account you will be able to use AppStore and iTunes- download paid and free content (games, music, applications). Use a unique service IMessage, which allows you to receive and send free multimedia messages (between Apple users only). Make free audio and video calls to FaceTime.

And of course, use another free service from Apple - iCloud. Thanks to which all your photos, videos, documents, music, applications and other files will be securely stored in the cloud and synchronized across all your devices. Therefore, you will always have access to the necessary files. Apple provides 5 free GB for its users. You can find it in iCloud settings.

Tune Apple ID can be found in your phone settings. To do this, select App Store and iTunes Store in the settings menu, then create a new Apple ID.

This method is only for those who have a bank card and plans to link it to his account for future purchases, if there isn't one, then you won't be able to create an ID this way. If you still have a bank card, then you must follow the instructions, indicating your details. Next, you just need to fill out the form, as indicated below.

If there is still no card, you must create an account in a different way. Absolutely uncomplicated. For this we go straight to the AppStore and select any free application you need and click download? then click “Create a new Apple ID.”

This is followed by standard ID registration, only the card is no longer required. You need to prepare in advance email, which you use, or will use on an ongoing basis, you also need to know the email password. Choose a country as desired (if you choose Belarus, the AppStore will in English, Russia- in Russian), enter your email address and password.

The email address is your Apple Id. The password must contain at least 8 characters, including numbers, upper and lowercase letters, and the same character cannot be repeated more than three times in the password, and spaces are not allowed.

Then, to enhance security, you need to answer three security questions. It’s better to answer them honestly in order to remember them better, or, alternatively, write them down. They can needed to recover your account.

The backup email field can be left blank. A bank card is not required in this case, mark this with a tick.

Item Gift Cards ITunes leave blank. Fill in your personal information (last name, first name, and phone number), click next. If you are registering a Russian Apple Id (so that it is in Russian), you must indicate the Russian postal code and phone number. Not necessarily existing.

Then you need check your email. An email from Apple should be sent to the email address specified during registration to confirm your account. Open this email, click Verify now. Enter your Apple ID (which is your email) and password. If suddenly the letter was not in the mail, check your spam folder.

Apple ID created, now you can go to the AppStore and download whatever your heart desires. The main thing is not to forget your password and security questions. Enjoy your use)

Frequently asked questions about your Apple ID

This article answers frequently asked questions about your Apple ID.

Here are frequently asked questions about your Apple ID and their answers.

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What is an Apple ID?

An Apple ID is a username that you can use to do anything on Apple systems. When you create an account for any Apple service, such as the iTunes Store or App Store, an Apple ID is created. An Apple ID gives you access to other Apple services. There's no need to create a separate account for each service; just use your Apple ID.

For a complete list of all the services that use your Apple ID, see Where can I use my Apple ID? »

How can I get an Apple ID?

You may already have an Apple ID. Only one ID is required to access all Apple services. If you're not sure, go to the My Apple ID page and click the Find Apple ID link.

If you don't have an Apple ID, create one on the My Apple ID page. You can also do this by signing up for an Apple service (such as the iTunes Store or iCloud). You must use your primary email address as your Apple ID.

You don't need to create a separate Apple ID for each Apple service. One Apple ID can be used to access all other Apple services.

Are there ways to find a forgotten Apple ID name?

How can I change or recover my forgotten Apple ID password?

If you need to recover or change your Apple ID password, go to the My Apple ID page and follow the instructions there. For more information, see Change your Apple ID password.

I have multiple Apple IDs. Is there a way to combine them into one Apple ID?

Apple IDs cannot be combined. You should always use your preferred Apple ID, but you can access purchases such as music, movies, or apps using other Apple IDs.

For information about using multiple Apple IDs with iCloud, see Apple IDs and iCloud.

Can I share my Apple ID with other people?

Don't share your Apple ID account information with others. Each user must have their own Apple ID.

I no longer have the email address that was my Apple ID. Can I still use this email address as my Apple ID?

Apple recommends changing your Apple ID to your current working email address. This does not create a new Apple ID, but simply changes the email address associated with it. For more information, see the article "".

Note. You can't change Apple ID names that end in mac.com or me.com. If you no longer use a .mac or .me email address, be sure to add your valid email address as a secondary address.

Why do I sometimes get asked to verify my Apple ID by email?

When you create a new Apple ID or make certain changes to your account, Apple requires you to sign in using a link in the confirmation email. This will help ensure your privacy and account security. Some Apple services, such as FaceTime and GameCenter, require email confirmation.

How do I verify my Apple ID via email?

Simply follow the "Confirm Now" link in your confirmation message. Sign in with your current Apple ID and password, and then click Verify Your Address. You can also sign in to your My Apple ID page to confirm. You will receive an email asking you to confirm your new address.

How can I change my Apple ID name or personal information?

You can change your Apple ID name on the My Apple ID page. Click Manage Apple ID and sign in with your Apple ID name and password. Click "Edit", enter new information and click the "Save Changes" button. Changes take effect immediately. From the My Apple ID page, you can also change your personal information, such as your email address. For more information, see Change the name for your Apple ID.

Can I change the answers to my Apple ID security questions?

Yes. You can change the answers to the security questions you specified when you initially signed up for your Apple ID. Go to My Apple ID and select Manage Apple ID. Sign in with your Apple ID name and password, go to Password & Security, and click Reset.

Why do I get the message "This Apple ID has been disabled for security reasons" when I enter my password?

This message means that someone has failed to sign in to your account multiple times. The Apple ID system locks the account to prevent unauthorized access to the user's personal information. Go to My Apple ID and follow the instructions to reset your password.

Why do I receive the message "Sorry, no data was found for you in the system" when I try to register an agreement, view my products or agreements online, or check the status of a repair?

You may have created multiple Apple IDs. Try signing in with a different Apple ID. Sometimes product registration, repair status, and agreement registration options are attached to one of the alternate Apple IDs. To sign in with a different Apple ID, you may need to clear the Apple ID cookie in your browser settings.

Can I still use my mac.com ID as my Apple ID?

If you signed up for .Mac before July 11, 2008, and also had an active account after July 11, 2008, you can still use your mac.com ID as your Apple ID to make purchases from the iTunes Store and the Apple Online Store Online Store, as well as purchases of Apple printed products created using iPhoto or Aperture. You can continue to use your mac.com ID or your new me.com ID as your Apple ID (both names are for the same account).

NOTE. If your MobileMe or .Mac account has expired, you should change the email address associated with your Apple ID. See the article "Expired usernames are still valid for other services" for more information.

Is there a way to improve account security?

In some regions, you can add an additional account verification step. For more information, see Apple ID: 2-Step Verification FAQ.

Additional Information

Creating an account on an iPhone is one of the most important manipulations for every owner of an Apple smartphone. Only with your own ID can you enjoy the full range of functions of this device. In addition, important operations such as setting up security or synchronizing with iCloud will require confirmation from your Apple ID. Thanks to your Apple ID, you can make purchases, download content, and use the Find My iPhone feature.

Typically, an Apple ID is created on your phone the first time you use the gadget. If you're upgrading to a newer model, you can link your new iPhone to your existing account. But if you are using gadgets from an American company for the first time, you will need to complete full registration. Before you change your Apple ID to a new one, you need to create a mailbox. It's best to use a separate email address that you just created if you need to create an Apple ID account.

During initial authorization on the official website, you must enter real data so that, if necessary, you have the opportunity to restore access. In addition, truthful information about you will be required when setting up your account later. Therefore, be extremely careful and try to avoid mistakes when entering account information.

Create an account using iPhone

You can create Apple company accounts directly from your iPhone. To do this, there are two options - go through standard registration, in which you need to provide information from your bank cards to make payments, or create an Apple ID without a credit card. Up-to-date payment information will be required if you purchase any software from the AppStore. If you do not plan to make purchases and do not want to do it accidentally, for example, by mistake. We recommend using the second, more sophisticated method.

The standard procedure is carried out as follows: you need to open the iTunes Store, App Store tab and find the “Create a new Apple ID” item there.

If you want to register an Apple ID without payment cards and for free, proceed as follows:

Go to the App Store.
Select a game or application that is offered for free.
Download and wait for it to install on your iPhone.
The next step is to log into an existing account or create a completely new one. When prompted, select “create a new ID.”

After this, the steps are similar in both options:

If you do not want to link a card, for one reason or another, it is better to set Russia as the country, even if you live in another country - this will give you a wider selection of applications, programs and other things.
After this, you need to carefully read and accept the standard user agreement.
Then personal information is entered. When specifying your existing email address and password, be careful - for security reasons, the password must consist of at least eight characters and have letters in both cases.
When specifying your age, please note that you cannot indicate less than 13 years of age, and if you indicate less than 18, access to the content will be limited.
It is best to save the answers you enter to security questions in a text file or write them down on paper and hide them. This is done so that, if necessary, you can quickly and safely restore access to your account.
If you register using the first method, you will then need to enter payment information.
The procedure is completed.

After this, you need to go to the mailbox that was used to create the account. You should receive a letter from technical support confirming the creation of your Apple ID. For the first apple id registration to go quickly and correctly, just click on the highlighted link in the text of the letter.

iTunes to the rescue

Alternatively, you can create an account for an iPhone or iPad using the official iTunes program. In this situation, you will be able to choose whether to provide information about your cards or not. Before you change your ID, you need to go to the menu and find the iTunes Store item there. If you want to learn how to create an Apple ID without payment data, as in the first case, you need to download any free application and go to this menu using it.

After this, the steps are standard in both cases:

The system will offer to log in to a newly created, existing account or create a new one.
Having chosen the option to create a new one, enter your data. As stated earlier, they must be factual for you to verify their authenticity.
After this, you will have to answer security questions (it is better to write down the answers) and enter your card details or refuse this if you want to create an Apple ID without a credit card.
After completing registration, be sure to go to your mailbox and immediately confirm creation in the mail using the highlighted link in the body of the letter.

If the letter is from those. support does not arrive for a long time, check your spam folders and filtered letters by other categories - often letters arrive there by mistake.

What mistakes can be made?

To find out how to register an ID on an iPhone correctly, how to change the ID on the device, you need to know what mistakes to avoid. Most often, the following difficulties arise in the process:

You don't want to make purchases on the App Store. To avoid even accidentally purchasing any paid content without providing bank card details.
It is best to indicate your real age, but only if it is over 13, or better yet, over 18 years old. If you set the age to 12 years or less, the system simply will not allow you to create your own Apple ID. And if you indicate an age of less than 18, you will not have access to all content.
If you managed to get an email address with an address on @iCloud.com or @me.com, you will have to create a new mailbox to register an account for your iPhone. These addresses are not suitable for creating accounts.
If the name you entered contains invalid characters, please note that there are no Russian letters in the email address, and that there are no extra symbols, dots, numbers, etc. in the first and last name.
The password must be complex. If the password is too simple, the system will not allow you to complete the process completely. Numbers, large and small letters, symbols - the more of them in the password, the better.
An obstacle to creating an ID on an iPhone can be a server failure. In this case, it is best to wait and continue after half an hour - an hour, when the servers are working properly.

In general, registering a new Apple ID does not take much time. Even an inexperienced user can carry out this operation if he follows the instructions.

We'll tell you how to set up and manage your Apple ID in the next article, stay tuned.

Conclusion

You already understand that creating an account for an iPhone is no more difficult than creating an e-mail. You need to understand the essence of the process and then mechanically fill in the necessary fields. Registration does not take a lot of time, so in 20 minutes you will be able to use your smartphone as the rightful owner of a smart device capable of many amazing things.

Two-step verification

Two-step verification is an additional security measure for your Apple ID account. It is designed to prevent unauthorized access to your account if an attacker manages to find out your password. Once you enable optional verification, you will be required to verify your identity using one of your personal devices or another approved method before you can:

Managing trusted devices

You can change your trust numbers by following the steps below. In the Security section, click Edit. . To add a number, click "Add trusted number" and enter the number. To remove a trusted number, click the icon next to it.

Creating passwords for applications

What to do if I don't have access to my trusted devices or you haven't received a verification code. To do this, click on the "Code" that is not received on the login screen, and then ask for the code to be sent to a trusted number.

Sign in to your Apple ID to manage your account
Sign in to iCloud on your device or at iCloud.com
Sign in to iMessage, Game Center, or FaceTime
purchase content from the iTunes, iBooks, or App Store on your new device
Get technical support from Apple associated with your Apple ID

Two-Step Verification makes your Apple ID account and your personal information more secure.

If you are unable to log in, reset your password, or receive verification codes, please follow the instructions. The Account Recovery option allows you to troubleshoot problems logging into your account while protecting your account from unauthorized access. Depending on the information you provide to verify your identity, it may take several days before you can access your account again.

Do I still need to remember security issues?

With two-factor authentication, you don't have to select or remember security concerns. Your identity is verified solely using your passwords and verification codes sent to your trusted devices and phone numbers. When you enable two-factor authentication, we retain your old security questions for two weeks in our files if you need to set up your account with your previous security settings. After two weeks they are removed.

To enable two-factor authentication, follow these steps:

Follow the link Set up two-step verification now
The Two-Factor Authentication Setup Wizard appears. Or open it as follows: in the “Security” section next to the “Two-Step Verification” option, click the “Configure...” link.

The first screen is informational and describes how two-step authentication works. Click the “Continue” link.
Enter your phone number to which SMS messages with one-time verification codes will be sent. Enter the correct number and click “Continue”.
A verification code will be sent to your phone number. Enter it in the next window and click “Continue”.

Note: You can also receive verification codes on any Apple device that has Find My iPhone, Find My iPad, or Find My iPod touch enabled.

A screen with the recovery key will open. This key will be required if you forget your passwords or lose access to trusted devices. Print the key and keep it in a safe place. then click the “Continue” link.
For security reasons, you will be asked to enter your recovery key to ensure that a copy of the key has been saved. Enter the correct recovery key and click “Confirm”.
On the next screen, read the basic terms of use of two-step verification and check the box “I understand the above terms”, so click the “Enable two-step verification” link.

Now, every time you sign in to your Apple ID, iCloud service, or purchase content from the iTunes Store, App Store, or iBooks Store on a new device, you'll need to verify your identity by entering your password and a 4-digit verification code.

What is the minimum configuration required for two-factor authentication?

What if the location you entered when you signed in doesn't seem to match

When connecting to a new device, a notification is sent to other trusted devices with a map showing the approximate location of the new device. It may refer to the network you are connected to rather than its physical location.

If you are trying to log in but the location is not familiar to you, you can click Allow the process to continue. Enter it after your password, directly into the field reserved for it. However, keep in mind that your account will only be protected by a password and security issues.

If necessary, you can disable two-step verification. To do this you need to follow simple steps:

In the “Security” section, next to the “Two-Step Verification” option, click the “Edit” link.
Click the “Disable two-step verification” link.
Come up with security questions and make sure your date of birth is correct.

Click Turn off two-factor authentication. Deactivation takes effect once you have identified new security issues and confirmed your date of birth. Click the "Turn off two-factor authentication" link at the bottom of the email. The pre-configured security settings are then restored and you can access your account as usual.

This link remains active two weeks after the activation request. Using the Internet poses risks. for more information. If your devices don't appear, click View Details and answer your security questions. The nature of the information provided may vary depending on the type of device. You may need to answer your security questions to display device information. Click on the device name to get information about it. . Here you should go to connection.

Two-factor authentication

Two-factor authentication is a new security method that is directly built into the operating systems iOS, macOS, tvOS, watchOS, and Apple services. Two-factor authentication is available to iCloud users who use at least one device running iOS 9 or OS X El Capitan or later.

Removing a device from the list

If you lose your device, you can find it and take the necessary steps to protect the data it contains. If you no longer use your device or don't recognize it, we recommend removing it from the list. The device won't appear in the list again unless you connect using two-factor authentication.

If you don't receive this email, follow these steps: You can search for an email using the sender's name. If the message doesn't appear in your inbox, look for it in your folders.

Note Note: You cannot enable two-factor authentication in your browser; you must use a compatible device. If you have two-step verification enabled, you will need it first.

If you're using an iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iOS 9 or later:

Go to Settings and sign in to your account if necessary.
Click on your Apple ID.
Select Password & Security.
Then select the option “Enable two-factor authentication”

Be sure to use the appropriate email account

If you are looking for an email that allows you to reset your password, make sure you are looking at the appropriate inbox. If the address is incorrect, you can send a confirmation email.

Make sure the letter is returned to you

To send a new reset email, repeat the steps to reset or.

Make sure you can receive emails

If you do not receive the email, contact your email provider for assistance. Have you not activated this useful feature on your device? The code is automatically generated on your trusted device. So what is the difference between two-factor identification and two-factor authentication? Two-factor identification is a new security method. So, if you use two-step verification, why not try two-factor authentication?

If you are a Mac user running OS X El Capitan or later:

Go to > System Preferences > iCloud.
Log into your account if necessary, then click the "Account" button.
Click Security.
Then select the “Enable two-factor authentication” option.

To use two-factor authentication, your devices must have. Click and then click Continue. Then you need to enter a phone number that can receive a verification code to verify your trusted phone number. Click "Security" and then click "Turn on two-factor authentication."

Q: What if you don't have a trusted device in your hand? A: You can send the code to your trusted phone via text message or phone call. Click "Code Not Received" on the login screen and choose to send the code to a trusted number.

To enable two-factor authentication, you will need to enter your device passcode.

Application passwords

Some services and apps that use an Apple ID do not support two-step verification or two-factor authentication. In this case, you need to use special application passwords. App passwords help you maintain a high level of security because third-party sites and apps won't receive your primary Apple ID password.

So, if you want to recover your data, try to help yourself. Click "Turn off two-factor authentication." Once you identify new security issues and confirm your date of birth, you can turn off two-factor authentication. If you use it, your device is registered when you log in.

If you don't have access to this number so you can verify your identity to complete setup on your new device. If you use it, enter the six-digit password and verification code, which automatically appears on enrolled devices and authorizes the new device.

Go to https://appleid.apple.com and sign in to your account
In the “Security” section next to the “Application Passwords” option, click the “Create Password” link.”
Follow the onscreen prompts to create a password.
After the password is generated, paste it into a third-party application or service.

First of all, thanks to this method of protection, you can be sure that only you will have access to your account, even if the password falls into the hands of third parties.

It does not store the security code or auto-populate the relative field. There are hidden risks when using the Internet. The password must be eight or more characters long and contain uppercase and lowercase letters and at least one number.

For security questions, choose difficult answers to guess

If you are not sure that your password is secure, visit it as soon as possible. They are designed so that you can easily remember them, but others may not guess. This code is automatically displayed on other devices you have or sent to a phone number you consider secure. Never share your password or verification code with other people.

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How two-factor authentication works

This protection method allows you to log into your Apple ID account only from trusted devices. The latter includes the user's iPhone, iPad or Mac that has been verified by the system. Namely: the first time you access your account, the service will require you to enter a password and a six-digit code, which will be displayed on the screen of a trusted gadget. For example, if a user has an iPhone and wants to log into his account from a newly purchased iPad (or Mac), the system will prompt him to enter a password and code - the latter will be sent to the smartphone.

To use some security-sensitive features, you need two-factor authentication. To obtain good online protection, companies using Internet services must adopt appropriate procedures and inform users about their behavior.

The answers don't make sense either, what matters is what you remember.
For example, if the question is “What is your favorite color?”, the answer might be “Mozart.”

At this point, you can directly transfer from the device.

What does this give the user? Since you will need more than just a password to log into your account, this will significantly secure both your Apple ID and the data stored on Apple servers. Once access is obtained, you will no longer have to enter the verification code. Except in cases where a complete exit is made, all data from the gadget is deleted or the password is changed. You can also specify a specific browser as trusted if the user logs into the account from it (provided that he will do this from a trusted device) - this will eliminate the need to confirm his access each time.

Purchase content purchased prior to transmission

To navigate from the Manage Content and Devices page, follow these steps:

Settings.
Under Country Settings, click Change.
Update.
A confirmation message will appear.
Make sure all the information you entered is correct and select Update again.

You will be able to download items previously purchased from one of these partner sites directly from the page.

Go to the section and go to the “Settings” tab.
Select or enter your address, then click Update.
A confirmation message will appear at the top of the screen.

Two-factor authentication is also used for this purpose, but some may be confused about how it works.

Trusted (verified) devices

Trusted devices include iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac running iOS 9 or OS X El Capitan (or their latest updates). These gadgets must be logged into your Apple ID using two-factor authentication. In other words, verified devices include those about which the system can know for sure that they belong to a specific owner, and this can be verified by sending a verification code to his gadget.

In this article we will try to explain any ambiguities and answer any questions. On the other hand, the firm acknowledged that the hacker list may contain actual registration information that the hackers previously obtained from third-party applications. The problem is that a lot of this data is used for years after someone uses another service. Even if hackers actually had half a billion users, it would be no use to them - they would have to steal another half a billion devices from those users.

Verified phone numbers

A trusted phone number is the number to which the user expects to receive a digital code sent by the system in the form of text messages and calls. Of course, in order to use the two-factor authentication feature, you must have at least one verified phone number.

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This method is designed to ensure that only your account can be accessed, even if someone else knows your password. To do this, you need to add several devices that you trust. When you finally try to do something that requires a higher level of security, you will write two things when you log in - a password and a six-digit verification code that will immediately appear on the display of your trusted devices.

In case you suddenly don’t have a trusted device at hand, it makes sense to include your home number, the number of a relative or close friend among the verified numbers. This will allow you to log into your Apple ID account if for some reason you don’t have your gadget nearby.

What is a verification code

This is a code that is sent by the system to a trusted device or trusted phone number of the user to verify his identity when he first logs into his account. You can also request such a code on your trusted gadget in the “ Settings" It should be remembered that a password and a code are not the same thing. The user creates the password himself, and the system sends him the code.

Increased security applies to actions such as logging into a new device for the first time or changing your password.

Luckily, you won't have to enter a verification code all the time if you're signed in to your device. The system will only require it if you log out of the device and delete all data. The verification code is temporary and will appear along with the location on the display of the device you trust.

First, you must have a device that meets the system requirements. These devices may be as follows. It is necessary to have a current useful information number in the system. Register the following.

Of course, you need to add devices that you trust.

How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication for Apple ID on iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

In order to access the two-factor authentication option, you must be an iCloud user and have a gadget with iOS 9 or OS X El Capitan (or their updates) on board.

If your gadget has the iOS 10.3 or newer operating system installed, then you need to take the following steps:

1. Open « Settings", go to the section with your name and open the item " password and safety»;

2. In the window that opens, click on the button “ Turn on"below the item " Two-factor authentication»;

3. Click " Continue».

If your device is running iOS 10.2 or earlier, you must do the following:

1. Open in " Settings" chapter " iCloud»;

2. Select your Apple ID and go to " password and safety»;

3. In the window that opens, activate “ Two-factor authentication»;

4. Click " Continue».

Verification of a trusted phone number

After completing the steps above, a window will appear in which you will need to specify a phone number - it is to this number that the verification code will subsequently be sent. It should also be noted in what form confirmation will be requested: in the form of a text message or a phone call.

How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication for Apple ID on Mac

To set up two-factor authentication, you must be an iCloud user and have OS X El Capitan (and later) on board.

1 . Open the Apple menu and go to " System Settings" and then in " iCloud" And " Account».

2 . Select the tab " Safety».

3 . Click " Enable two-factor authentication».

4 . You should be aware that if two-step verification is already enabled, you should disable it before activating two-factor authentication. Also, some Apple IDs created in iOS 10.3 or macOS 10.12.4 (or later versions of these operating systems) may automatically enable two-factor authentication protection.

6 . Firstly, it is advisable to remember the password for your account. Otherwise, it may happen that this data, being recorded or saved in some file, will end up with third parties.

8 . Thirdly, do not forget to promptly update the list of trusted phone numbers.

9 . It is also important to ensure that the device does not fall into the hands of unauthorized people.

All these security measures can provide the maximum degree of protection for the gadget and the information stored on it.

Manage your Apple ID account

In your account, you can edit information about trusted devices and phones.

Update verified phone numbers

In order to use two-factor authentication, the service database must have at least one trusted phone number. If this number needs to be changed, follow these steps:

Log in to your Apple ID account;
Open tab " Safety" and click on the item " Edit».

If you need to specify a verified phone number, you should click " Add a verified phone number" and enter this number. You can confirm it by specifying one of the following methods: by sending a code in a text message or by calling. In order to erase a number that is no longer current, click on the icon located next to this number.

Review and management of trusted gadgets

You can view information about gadgets that have received verified status in the “ Devices» in your Apple ID account. There you can also find information regarding these gadgets.

If necessary, the verified device can be removed from the list. After this, it will not be possible to access iCloud and other Apple services until it is authorized again through two-factor authentication.