To set up two-factor authentication on Instagram, follow these steps:
- Open the Instagram app and go to your profile.
- Tap the three horizontal lines in the top right corner, then select “Settings” at the bottom of the menu.
- Tap “Security”, then select “Two-Factor Authentication”.
- Tap “Get Started”, then choose whether you want to receive your authentication code via text message or through an authenticator app.
- If you choose a text message, enter your phone number and tap “Next”. Instagram will send you a verification code to your phone number, enter it on the next screen to complete the process.
- If you choose an authenticator app, download and install an authenticator app like Google Authenticator or Authy and follow the instructions provided by the app to link it to your Instagram account.
- Once you’ve set up two-factor authentication, you can also add backup codes that you can use in case you can’t access your primary method of receiving codes.
That’s it! With two-factor authentication enabled, you’ll receive a code each time you log in from a new device or browser. This helps to protect your account from unauthorized access and keeps your information more secure.
