Amazon "New" Two-Step-Verification

[elmo]

Originally Posted by dachilla

Can we use the same authenticator app for multiple accounts?

Yes many people run multiple accounts with 1 authenticator app

I recommend having a dedicated phone with the authenticator app on it that always remains offline

If you have an older iPhone laying around, put it to use!

Originally Posted by chris100

How do we get Google Voice in the UK?

You need a USA phone # to get a google voice

Another good solution is hushed, you can purchase as many VOIP #s as you need, and easily keep them active for 1 year (at a cost).

There are many different VOIP number apps you can find in the app store on your phone that will serve the same purpose.

Just remember to keep them active, just in case.

If you're using authenticator app, make absolute sure to copy down the back up/ restore code in case you ever lose your app.

[Freakzilla]

Can you just not use loads of payg sim cards?

[ebaysuck]

I have people that manage accounts for me through vpses. Any tips how they can continue access accounts without bothering me each time for codes when they log in when I set up this 2 step verification ?
Thanks

[ebaysuck]

anyone please ?

[dachilla]

Originally Posted by elmo

If you're using authenticator app, make absolute sure to copy down the back up/ restore code in case you ever lose your app.

The Code Changes every few seconds...

I use Google Authenticator and just figured that there is no possibility to backup. Really, wtf? So if I lose my phone, take it in the pool or spill beer over it, my amazon accounts r gone?

[elmo]

Originally Posted by dachilla

The Code Changes every few seconds...

I use Google Authenticator and just figured that there is no possibility to backup. Really, wtf? So if I lose my phone, take it in the pool or spill beer over it, my amazon accounts r gone?

The Authenticator APP backup code is what you need to write down

In case you drop your phone in a pint of beer etc

All authenticator apps have a way for you to get a backup code for this reason

[dachilla]

Originally Posted by elmo

The Authenticator APP backup code is what you need to write down

In case you drop your phone in a pint of beer etc

All authenticator apps have a way for you to get a backup code for this reason

Sounds great, wasn't able to find them on my android phone tho. Will i fend them within the app?

[Lucynda]

According to what I read on Amazon I now need 2 separate phone numbers to sign up for this two-step verification proccess???

[kris3841]

Ok, just logged into one of my accounts tonight. It is showing an October 31st DEADLINE or account will be on hold until I provide the 2-step. Quick question, I have numerous accounts (all phones deactivated)... so what would be my CHEAPEST alternative to keep all accounts (like 10 of them) up and running with the least amount of maintenance, etc? I'm already thinking 10 phones x $20 = $200 (yikes). Or maybe 5 phones (2 numbers per phone with google voice)... but then keep them active requires $$$ too. Any information/tips would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks for the original post Elmo!

[bubblebay]

On the 'remember this device one' using VPN on Chrome, it seems to not remember it and asks for two-step text message code every time, anyway around this at all?

[chaichaoyi]

Originally Posted by bubblebay

On the 'remember this device one' using VPN on Chrome, it seems to not remember it and asks for two-step text message code every time, anyway around this at all?

Is that standard Chrome? Looks like your chrome is in Privacy Mode.

[GreatDay]

yesterday i did 2 step verification on Amazon. It said deadline was Oct. 31st. I had a old prepaid phone that i activated in the past for the account. It is no longer activated, but i hooked it up to my secure wifi and downloaded the app. I then put it in airplane mode, took a photo of the barcode and it gave me a code and i entered it. Then as a backup, I went to google voice and got a new number. I used a phone number with google voice that is linked to a blocked account. I gave the 2 step verification my new Google voice number and they called with a code. I entered it. I woke up this morning and it had me enter a code again...so I picked up the app and it had a code changing every few seconds so I typed that in. I got an error message like my code was wrong? or something? I still got into my account. I then went to settings to disable needing to do that. I have logged in several times today to make sure everything is on and it seems to be. Why do i feel like I didn't do something right? Like I am missing something?
I still have one more account to verify. But i am not seeing the notification on the account like I have the last few weeks...did amazon again decided not to follow through with deadline? People say I can use the App to verify on multiple accounts, but I dont see how....even off line....it gives me code and then has amazon with my email.....will that change when I take a new photo of a new barcode? Does my question even make sense? I am not sure how this code app works, and do not want to try it on my other account just yet....can anyone help?

[e2free]

You need to tick the box that on this pc/laptop code not require, otherwise each time you login they will send you new code

[txunade]

They blocked me out, unless I do 2 steps verification. so this is real sh**t

[e2free]

Originally Posted by txunade

They blocked me out, unless I do 2 steps verification. so this is real sh**t

yes they finally implemented this system

[Canadianleaf]

Im hyper paranoid about the authenticator app and any potential screw up / linkage. Instead I just used my grand parents cell phone numbers. They live in an old folks home and dont use Amazon.

[txunade]

this will be difficult, since you still receive notification item sold, but cant log into your seller account.

[user3657]

Im new too authenticator apps. Once you have it linked to a phone, you must always have that phone handy or amazon locks you out?

[e2free]

Originally Posted by user3657

Im new too authenticator apps. Once you have it linked to a phone, you must always have that phone handy or amazon locks you out?

No if you click on box remeber this pc this will not ask again

[elmo]

Originally Posted by user3657

Im new too authenticator apps. Once you have it linked to a phone, you must always have that phone handy or amazon locks you out?

I’m gonna edit the first page in the next couple days that will have the most current and updated info

Stay tuned and it will answer all your questions

[bnpp]

Originally Posted by elmo

Yes I use google voice. You can get 2 google voice #s for every phone # you verify through google voice. So I take 1 prepaid phone number, make and make 2 google voices with that prepaid number, for a total of 3 usable numbers.

Hello Elmo. I think you can use google voice for Paypal but eBay require the real number. I am not sure if Amazon is okay with Google voice.

[fox20c]

Originally Posted by bnpp

Hello Elmo. I think you can use google voice for Paypal but eBay require the real number. I am not sure if Amazon is okay with Google voice.

Amazon is fine with Google Voice, but you are correct ebay does not like it while PayPal will accept it.