How-To: Enable 2-Step Verification for your Sage Google Account
When you enable 2-Step Verification (also known as two-factor authentication), you add an extra layer of security to your account. Any authentication attempts via your account will be confirmed by you using a one time code sent to your mobile phone.
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Here's how it's done
Enable 2-Step Verification
Go to the 2-Step Verification page. You may be required to sign in to your Google Account. Click the Get Started button.
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Login to your Sage Gmail account
You will need to verify the account that you are enabling 2-Step Authentication on.
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Setup your phone
Enter in your phone number including the area code. If your number is an international one you will need to change the country by clicking the icon near the America Flag displayed in the following screenshot. You will be given the options to have codes sent via text message or via phone call, select the button next to your preferred method. Click the Send button.
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Confirm your phone number
Depending on which method you selected in the previous step you will either receive a text message, or a phone call. You will be provided with a 6 digit verification code. Enter the code in area provided. Click the Next button.
Resend the message
If you did not receive a call or text containing the verification code click the Resend button. A new verification code will be sent. Please keep in mind that it may take a few moments for the message to arrive, if you request a new code, and both codes come in at a similar time, the newest code will be the correct one to use.
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Turn on 2-Step Verification
Once the verification code has been entered, you will be asked to turn on 2-Step Verification. Click the button Turn On to enable it.
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Manage your 2-Step Verification
Once 2-Step Verification is turned on you will be brought to a page where you can manage your devices and phone numbers. If you wish to change your phone number or remove it, click the pencil icon to the right of the phone.
Alternative Authentication Methods
On this page you will be presented with alternative second step verification options. Security Key documentation can be found here, Google Authenticator documentation can be found here, and documentation for Backup Codes can be found here. Use those links to learn how to setup and use the alternative second step verification methods.
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Wrapping up
This article has shown you how to enable and setup 2-Step Verification for your Sage GMail account. If you encounter any issues enabling this feature on your Sage account, please contact the Service Desk!
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