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# How to enable Google Authentication (2FA)

Log into your Binance account and click “Profile”, then “Security”:

![](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*O7jjhERqjvKXvydfgaqGaQ.png)

Click “Enable” next to “Google Authenticator”:

![](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*bWTnEGwlzsZRBVjjOsjr0A.png)

You will be redirected to another page. Follow the step-by-step instructions to enable Google Authenticator.

Download and install the Google Authenticator App on your mobile device. After you’ve installed the App, click “Next” to continue:

![](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*8J3nluHgZsmq4wtyszpmWg.png)

You will now see a QR code on your screen:

![](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*2O-blFrO4K_sWydNbRWu5A.png)

Open the Google Authenticator App and tap on the “+” button on the bottom right of your screen to scan the QR code. Then click “Next”.

If you are unable to scan it, you can manually enter the setup key.

![](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*iE_e3W_mczvuC4GPT5M1PA.png)

Save the backup key on paper. This Key will allow you to recover your Google Authenticator in case you lose your phone:

![](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*GfocZUMN1n7kpyOO9UwlSw.png)

Verify your Google Authenticator with your other 2FA devices:

![](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*UbMo1T9J7D0ZjlbFA3yz8w.png)

You have successfully enabled Google Authenticator to protect your account:

![](https://miro.medium.com/max/1400/1*vMNUrs02x8JMOfmliIdVcw.png)

Now, in order for you to have the opportunity to deposit funds to your account and trade them, you need to identify yourself (complete verification).