Twitter Removes SMS 2FA For Non-Blue Users

Twitter is removing the SMS 2FA security feature for the Non-Blue Accounts. To enable this security feature, users will have to pay $8 per month and register as Twitter Blue users. Twitter also recommends using an “authentication app or security key approach” if you are not a Twitter Blue member.

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Why Has Twitter Removed The SMS 2FA Security Feature?

SMS 2FA has allegedly been “used and abused by malicious people,” according to Twitter. Elon Musk, the company’s owner, asserts that this abuse costs Twitter roughly US$60 million a year. Although the corporation is accurate that SMS-based authentication is not the greatest, it is not generally believed to be a way for those who abuse it to make money.

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Is The Removal Of SMS 2FA A Concern For Twitter Users?

Twitter claims that 74% of users who have enabled two-factor authentication use the text message option. Although it’s sad that you can’t get that anymore without purchasing the monthly Twitter-Blue Plan for $8, Android and iOS users are better off without this feature.

Did you know that this method was not 100% secure as it’s simpler for attackers to spoof your SMS remotely, especially with SIM swapping? Instead, Android users can use more secure and free authentication apps like Google Authenticator. As far as iOS users are concerned, Apple has already inculcated an authentication application in iPhones for a long time.

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How Can Android Users Secure Their Twitter Accounts?

To change the security option follow these steps:

Step 1: Open the Twitter app.

Step 2: Click on the profile picture

Step 3: Tap on Settings and privacy and then tap on Security and account access.

Step 4: Next, tap on Security followed by a tap on Two-factor Authentication.

Step 5: Finally tap on Select authentication app or Security key.

Step 6: Choose the authenticator app, and link the Twitter account to Google Authenticator.

Step 7: Choose “get started,” select “link app,” and you’re good to go.

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How Can iPhone Users Secure Their Twitter Accounts?

iPhone users can secure their Twitter accounts by using the Authenticator feature hidden on Apple devices. This app can help iPhone users to secure data and accounts. Here are the steps to use this app on the iPhone:

Step 1: Open the Twitter app on your iPhone.

Step 2: Tap on the Profile icon in the top left corner.

Step 3: Tap on Settings and Support followed by Settings and Privacy. Then tap on Account Access followed by Security.

Step 4: Finally, tap on 2FA.

Step 5: Now, look for the Authentication app option and type the account password.

Step 6: Now, tap Get Started followed by a tap on the Link App button.

Step 7: You will now be able to view the saved passwords in your Settings where you have to select the correct one.

Step 8: Next, copy the verification code and paste it into the Twitter app.

Step 9: Tap on Confirm and you have a protected Twitter account.

Take note of the single-use backup code that appears before moving on. If you are having problems using the two-factor authentication feature on your iPhone, do this to log back into Twitter. Moreover, you can switch off text message 2FA or wait until Twitter does it for you automatically.

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Other than using authenticator apps, you can opt for App locker apps or Password Manager apps that can also provide an extra layer of security to your Twitter Account.

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