Google to Replace SMS Authentication with QR Codes

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 Introduces QR Code Authentication For Gmail, Replacing SMSes
Google intends to gradually remove two-factor authentication (2FA) for Gmail users that relies on SMS. Instead, QR code verification will be used as the new authentication method. Google To Replace SMS-based Two Factor Authentication With QR Codes The goal of this modification is to increase security and lower the risks of phishing and SIM-swapping fraud.
Why Gmail is replacing SMS codes with QR codes - and what it means for you
First, QR codes eliminate the numeric authentication code, so there's no code for a scammer to intercept or exploit. Second, they're not dependent on any anti-abuse or anti-SMS swapping protections that may be in place with your mobile carrier.
Gmail to Replace SMS Authentication With QR Codes for Two-Factor Authentication
Google is finally dropping support for SMS-based login codes, which is widely considered an insecure form of two-factor authentication.
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.
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