Google To Ditch SMS Codes For Billions Of Users

Gmail Security Alert: Google To Ditch SMS Codes For Billions Of Users
Gmail is to ditch the use of SMS codes for authentication purposes, a Google spokesperson said. Here’s what you need to know.
Gmail will soon switch away from SMS codes in favor of QR codes (Updated: More details)
Gmail will soon ditch SMS codes for two-factor authentication, and use QR codes instead. This will reduce the impact of global SMS abuse.
Google to Replace SMS Authentication with QR Codes for Gmail Authentication
In an attempt to improve user privacy, Google's Gmail has decided to replace SMS authentication with QR codes.
Google to Introduce QR Codes for Gmail Authentication, Phasing Out SMS
Google is gearing up to replace SMS text messages with QR codes for account authentication in Gmail. This strategic shift is part of Google’s efforts to enhance the security and efficiency of its two-factor authentication system.
Google Doing Away With SMS Codes for Gmail Authentication
According to Richendrfer, over the next few months, Google will be "reimagining" how the company verifies phone numbers. Gmail and other Google services will shift from texting six-digit codes over SMS to sending a QR code that a user would verify.
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News from Google this morning is that Gmail will soon ditch SMS code authentication, because honestly, it’s just not all that secure. Speaking to Forbes, Gmail spokesperson Ross Richendrfer says that similar to how Google has moved away from passwords and is having people
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Gmail Security Update: Google to Replace SMS Authentication with QR Codes
Google is set to enhance Gmail security by replacing SMS-based authentication with QR codes. This update aims to reduce fraud, spam, and cyber threats, providing a safer and more efficient way to verify users.
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Google is replacing Gmail’s SMS authentication with QR codes
The change will roll out in the coming months and help reduce fraud and spam while improving security.
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Google is making this Big change to the way you login to Gmail
Google is phasing out SMS-based authentication for Gmail in favour of a more secure QR code system. The tech giant will ...