How to Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) on eBay
Adding a second layer of security to your eBay account is important and easy to do. Here’s how to add 2-step verification to your eBay account.
Ensuring that you secure your online life by enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2fa) for all accounts that support it is vital. The 2fa mechanism adds an extra layer of security to your accounts and makes them less of a target from would-be snoopers.
Your eBay account includes personal data like your credit cards, phone number, and physical address and it’s worth protecting. The retail giant includes Two-Step Verification or (2SV) that you can set up to add extra security. Here’s how to do it.
Turn on 2-Step Verification on eBay
You can enable eBay’s 2SV technology to protect your account by using the following steps.
- Launch a browser, go to the eBay Security Center page, and sign into your account if not already.
- Click the Edit button next to the 2 step verification section.
- Choose a verification method and click the Set up You can get a verification code sent the eBay app, use an authenticator app, or have a code sent to your phone.
- Follow the onscreen steps to complete the verification process you selected. For example, if you use an authenticator app, you’ll need to scan a QR code to complete setup.
- Once you complete the steps, you’ll need to enter the second form of authentication after signing in with your username and password.
- If you don’t want to enter a security code each time, click the option to trust the browser. Keep in mind that if you’re on a shared computer, not trusting the browser is a best practice.
Securing Your eBay Account with 2SV
That’s all there is to it. Now you have peace of mind knowing that your eBay account is protected with an extra layer of security.
There is a lot of personal data that is collected as you use eBay and you can help ensure it stays private by enabling 2SV for your account.
