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January 21, 2025

# How do I enable 2FA on my Covet account?

## For more information on why 2-factor authentication (2FA) is a good idea, see article titled "Why should I enable 2FA Authentication on my Covet account?"

Follow these steps to enable 2FA on your Covet account:

1. Log in to your Covet account
2. From the menu icon in the upper lefthand corner, scroll down and click on "Settings"
3. Under "Settings" look to the right and choose between "Text message" or "Authenticator app" and click to toggle your choice to the on position
4. If you chose test message, enter your phone number on the next screen and verify the code you receive to your phone via SMS text message
5. If you chose Authenticator app, open the authenticator app of your choice on your phone and add Covet using the QR code presented on your screen.

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