How to set up two-factor authentication for your Call of Duty account

Following suit of some other games, Call of Duty now has two-factor authentication in order to add some extra security to accounts.

Unfortunately for gamers, data leaks and hackers make it a nightmare to keep information secure these days. Call of Duty has taken the next step against those actions to help players with account security.

For those that are unaware, two-factor authentication involves a second method to confirm account ownership, outside of the simple username and password login. This could include a code in a text or email, or a set of security questions. Call of Duty uses a specific mobile app in order to confirm who is logging in to the account.

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How to set up two-factor authentication for your Call of Duty account

Step 1

The first step is to head to the 2FA page when on the Call of Duty website. This will be where players can enable the two-factor authentication option for their account.

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Step 2

The next step is as simple as clicking the button. Select the “Set up Two-Factor Authentication” button on the 2FA page on the Call of Duty website.

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Step 3

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Step three calls for downloading the Google Authenticator application. This must be done on the user's mobile device.

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Step 4

Once the Google Authenticator application is downloaded, run the app. The top right will have a plus sign (+) that can be selected. Press that plus sign.

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Step 5

This is the final step. Either scan the QR code on the Call of Duty website or enter the code there that appears in the Google Authenticator application.

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That is all it takes to complete the enabling of two-factor authentication for a Call of Duty account. This will ensure that the account stays secure. Any time a player logs in to the Call of Duty account, the mobile device with the Google Authenticator application will be required in order to enter the code.