What is 2-Step Verification

2-Step authentication (2FA) is a security feature that provides an additional layer of protection to your online accounts, beyond just a password. It requires at least two forms of authentication to verify your identity before granting access to your account.

By using 2FA, you can significantly reduce the risk of your accounts being compromised, protect your personal information, and keep Nurse Next Door's client data safe.

Why use 2-Step Verification

The reason why we are using 2FA is that passwords alone are no longer enough to protect our online accounts from hacking attempts. Malicious Actors can use various methods to obtain your password, such as phishing scams, brute-force attacks, or purchasing stolen passwords. Once they have your password, they can easily gain access to your account, and steal confidential personal health information. Causing damage to the Nurse Next Door brand.

2-Step Verification Enrollment Process

This Article will walk you through how to enroll in 2-Step Verification during the initial setup for your Google Workspace Account.

During the initial setup of your Google Account you will be asked to setup 2-Step Verification using your cellphone to receive the one time code. This code will be sent to you via Text Message (SMS). Once this service is set up you will be asked for a multifactor authentication code each time you log in.

Mandatory

Please keep in mind that 2-Step Verification is mandatory for your Google Account. If you opt not to enroll during the initial account setup your account will become locked. To unlock you accounts please follow this article.

Steps to enroll.

Enter your username:

Firstly you will enter your username

Enter Password

Then you will enter your password

2-Step Verification Enrollment

One you have entered the above information you will begin the 2-Step Verification enrollment. Please click "Enroll"

Add Cellphone Number

You will be asked to enter a Cell Phone number to associate with your Google Account. This should be a cell phone that you can access.

Enter 2-Step Verification Verification Code

You will then receive a six digit code to your phone from Google. Enter that code here.

Turn on 2-Step Verification

Once google has checked that you received the correct code and everything is working correctly you will be asked to "Turn On" 2-Step Verification. Please click "Turn On".

Next Time you Log in

From now on when you log in you will be asked for the code sent to your cell phone.

Congratulations!!!

You have completed your 2FA Enrollment! Well done!