Install Google Authenticator on your device. Android iOS Locate your account's two-factor authentication setup process. You should get a QR code or a long string of characters.

The two-factor authentication tool got some serious upgrades that can help you bolster security for your online accounts.

How Google Authenticator’s account syncing works Once you update the Authenticator app on Android or iOS, you’ll find a brand-new app icon, and a green cloud image in the top-right corner.