Whenever you try to log into your Blockchain.com account, you will be asked to verify your identity. To do this, you will need to open the verification email that was sent to you and press Allow connection approve.
This is a two-step form of verification. Two-Step Verification (2SV) adds an extra layer of protection to your account by requiring a one-time code to approve login.
You can trust Blockchain.com connections using SMS, an authenticator app, or Yubikey security hardware. In this article, you will learn how to protect your Blockchain.com account with two-step verification using one of these options.
Requirements for setting up two-step verification on Blockchain.com
To enable two-step verification for your Blockchain.com account, you will need:
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An active Blockchain.com account
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An active phone number to receive SMS codes
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An authentication application
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A security key, preferably Yubikey by Yubico
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A few minutes to configure it
Now, here’s how to set up two-step verification on Blockchain.com.
How to enable two-step verification on Blockchain.com
There are three ways to set up 2-step verification on Blockchain.com: via SMS, authenticator app, and Yubikey. All three methods work on your PC or mobile app.
1. How to enable two-step SMS verification on Blockchain.com
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To get started, go to Blockchain.com, sign in to your account, and click Security in the top right corner.
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Under Two-step verification, click To allow on the right side. This will expand the options. Now select how you want to configure two-step verification. Your options include the Authenticator app, Yubikey, and cell phone number. We will start with the phone number option. Click on Phone number.
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Select your country code and enter a mobile phone number to receive the codes, then click on Obtain the authentication code.
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Enter the 5-character verification code sent to your mobile phone, then click Submit code.
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Your two-step verification is now set and the status will change to Deactivate.
2. How to enable two-step verification on Blockchain.com through the Authenticator app
Here’s how to enable two-step verification on Blockchain.com using an authenticator app.
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Go to Blockchain.com and log into your account. Once inside, click on Security in the upper right corner.
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Under Two-step verification, go to your right and click on To allow.
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Click on Authentication application. Now is the time to scan the QR code.
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Open the Google authenticator app on your phone. Press the plus button, and then press Scan a QR code.
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Now point your phone’s camera at the QR code on your desktop to scan the QR code. Enter the authenticator code in the space provided on your desktop and click Check the code.
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Your two-step verification using an authenticator app is now enabled.
3.How to Enable Two-Step Verification on Blockchain.com Via Security Key
Here’s how to enable two-step verification on Blockchain.com using the Yubikey security key.
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Go to Blockchain.com and log into your account. Once inside, click on Security in the upper right corner.
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Under Two-step verification, go to your right and click on To allow, then click Yubikey.
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Insert the Yubikey into the USB port of your computer and pair your Yubikey.
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Enter the code in the space provided and click on TP submit.
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Your Yubikey is now set as your two-factor authentication method.
How to turn off two-step verification in Blockchain.com
It’s very easy to turn off 2-step verification on Blockchain.com if you want to. Here’s how.
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Log into your Blockchain.com account and click on Security.
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Then click on the blue Deactivate button.
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This will bring up a dialog box with a warning asking if you really want to turn off 2-step verification. Click on the orange Deactivate button to confirm. You’ll see a notification at the top of the tab letting you know you’ve turned off two-step verification.
Here’s how to set up two-step verification on Blockchain.com using your Android phone.
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Launch the Blockchain.com app and enter your PIN code if you already have one configured.
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Next, tap on the hamburger menu in the top left corner and tap on Settings.
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Now scroll to the bottom and tap on the 2 Step Verification toggle button.
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Review the information in the dialog box and press ACTIVATE when finished. Your registered mobile phone number will be used to send you verification codes the next time you log into your account.
Note that you can only enable two-step SMS verification on Blockchain.com if you are using the mobile app. For the other methods (Authentication App and Yubikey Security Key), you will need to log into Blockchain.com on your desktop.
How to turn off two-step SMS verification on Blockchain.com (Android)
If you want to turn off two-step verification for your Blockchain.com account using the mobile app, here’s what to do.
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Launch the Blockchain.com app and enter your 4-digit PIN code to continue.
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Tap the hamburger menu in the top left corner of the dashboard and tap Settings.
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Scroll down to 2-step verification (which is currently on) and press the toggle button to turn it off.
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Review the warning information in the dialog box and press DISABLE when finished.
This will turn off two-step SMS verification for your Blockchain.com account. Unless you are using other verification forms, disabling two-step verification for your Blockchain.com account is a bad idea as it can leave your account exposed.
Blockchain.com allows you to choose between basic and advanced security settings for your account. These security settings are accessible and managed directly from your dashboard. Log into your Blockchain.com account and select between Basic and Advanced security to configure as desired.
Remember that cryptocurrencies and other digital assets can be stolen. Do everything you can to protect your Blockchain.com account with two-step verification, whether by text message, authenticator app, or security key.
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