Securing Your Website Login
Want to add more security to your website login? Want to only allow those you want to enter your website? Adding in 2-Factor Authentication will drastically help to make your website more secure.
Two Factor Authentication is a basic process to give you access to enter and edit your own website. It adds on a simple code to allow your access. You will be adding one more step when logging into your site. This extra step is guaranteed to ward off hackers who are trying to get into your site.
Unfortunately, websites that only require a simple username and password have become increasingly easy for hackers and criminals to retrieve passwords and financial details. Once they get in, they can wreak unimaginable problems, fraud and credit issues.
Extra security is critical here.
How does it work?
Two Factor Authentication is a two step verification that adds an extra layer of security. This “multi-factor authentication” requires the first step of entering your password and username. After this, an extra code or token is used to complete the login. This unique combination can make it much more difficult for potential intruders to gain access and steal critical information.
Two-factor authentication is not a new idea. Google has regularly used it since 2011, as well as MSN and Yahoo.
Using Two Factor Authentication process can lower the identity theft, phishing emails and other fraudulent activity.
How do you install it?
Discuss website security with your developer. Ask your web developer to install Two Factor Authentication. Make sure they walk you through the steps of how it is used.
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