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How do I turn OFF two-factor authentication?

How do I turn off two-factor authentication on all devices?



iMac, macOS 10.12

Posted on Apr 19, 2020 1:00 PM

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Posted on Apr 19, 2020 1:03 PM

If you've had 2FA enabled for more than 14 days, you can't turn it off. If you've had it enabled for less than 14 days, you can turn it off by using the link in the confirmation email. 2FA is not "on a device", it's on your Apple ID.


See this article for more information on how to use it:


Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support

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Apr 19, 2020 1:03 PM in response to Malibudeb

If you've had 2FA enabled for more than 14 days, you can't turn it off. If you've had it enabled for less than 14 days, you can turn it off by using the link in the confirmation email. 2FA is not "on a device", it's on your Apple ID.


See this article for more information on how to use it:


Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support

How do I turn OFF two-factor authentication?

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