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When shopping on eBay, your account holds valuable personal and payment information. With features like eBay Guaranteed Delivery and eBay Safety Standards, the platform ensures a reliable shopping experience. But what about your account security?
Setting up eBay 2FA (two-factor authentication) with an authenticator app is a quick and essential step to protect your account from unauthorized access. Follow this guide to keep your personal data and transactions safe.
Why Enable 2FA on eBay?
Enhanced Security: Adding 2FA ensures that even if someone gets your password, they can’t access your account without the additional verification code.
Protection for Your Purchases: Features like eBay Guaranteed Delivery only matter if your account is secure. 2FA ensures peace of mind for buyers and sellers alike.
Simple and Quick: With an authenticator app, enabling 2FA is straightforward and takes just a few minutes.
How to Set Up eBay 2FA with an Authenticator App
Log into eBay: On the eBay homepage, click on your name in the top-left corner.
Go to Account Settings: From the dropdown menu, select Account Settings.
Access Sign In & Security: Under the Account tab, click on Sign In & Security.
Find 2-Step Verification: In the list, locate 2-Step Verification and click the Edit button.
Select Authenticator App: Choose the Authenticator App option and click Set Up.
Scan the QR Code: After completing eBay’s verification step, a QR code will appear on your screen.
Open the Authenticator App: Tap the + button on the app and scan the QR code.
Enter the Code: Your app will generate a 6-digit code. Enter this code on eBay before it expires.
How eBay Authenticator App Enhances Safety
Using an authenticator app for eBay 2FA is one of the best ways to secure your account. It provides time-sensitive codes that prevent unauthorized access, even if your password is compromised. This additional layer of security aligns with eBay’s safety protocols, ensuring your transactions and personal data remain protected.
Stay Safe on eBay Today
With 2FA enabled, you can shop, sell, and enjoy eBay Guaranteed Delivery with confidence, knowing your account is secure. Take a few minutes to set up 2FA today and experience true peace of mind.