Gmail is to ditch the use of SMS codes for authentication purposes, a Google spokesperson said. Here’s what you need to know.

Gmail is to ditch the use of SMS codes for authentication purposes, a Google spokesperson said. Here’s what you need to know.

First, QR codes eliminate the numeric authentication code, so there's no code for a scammer to intercept or exploit. Second, they're not dependent on any anti-abuse or anti-SMS swapping protections ...

Google is to finally phase out the use of text message authentication for logging in to Gmail on laptops and PCs in favour of ...

Google is reportedly introducing QR codes as an authentication for Gmail instead of SMSes. Per a report by Forbes, citing ...

Google is planning to replace text messages with more secure QR codes for Gmail authentication. In a conversation with Forbes ...

According to Richendrfer, over the next few months, Google will be "reimagining" how the company verifies phone numbers.

Google will instead introduce on-screen QR codes that will have to be scanned with your chosen authentication device in order ...

A new report claims you're going to need a smartphone or tablet to verify your identity if Google asks you to.

Google is set to replace SMS-based authentication for Gmail with QR codes, a move aimed at enhancing security and combating ...

Google is making a big change to how authentication works in Gmail to keep you safe while also preventing cybercriminals and ...