Setup two steps verification for iCloud

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In this article I will guide you on how to set up the 2 step verification for icloud account on devices running iOS. The security of two steps helps us prevent iCloud account from being hacked as well as help us control our devices safely in case of theft. From PC browser, iCloud has a new security feature. In case the device is lost, users can access to the iCloud website, log in and turn on Lost Mode in Find My iPhone or delete all data. The device will be locked immediately. Creating 2 layers of security also makes your device much safer.

Setup two steps verification for iCloud
How to Setup two steps verification for iCloud
Create two – steps verification for iCloud account
If you haven’t had an iCloud acc, you can refer to the post which introduce on how to create an iCloud account.
  1. Access to appleid.apple.com, select Manage your Apple ID to switch to Log in step.
  2. Carry out to log in the iCloud account which is the same as the iCloud account you signed in on the iOS device you’re using.
  3. Tick on Password & Security to begin the process of creating 2-step verification for your iCloud account.
  4. Click Get started… to begin.
  5. The next window appears will be the guides and attention alerts that Apple wants to inform you when this security function is activated. Here you click Continue.
  6. You select Get Started to finish the process of activating two-step verification feature. In order to completely activate this feature, Apple requires you to wait 3 days after registration.

There will be specific date and time when Apple sends the password to your iOS device. After entering the activation code, the activation process will be completed. Enabling two-step verification security feature is very important for iOS users. Once enabled this feature you would avoid not worth risks when using your device. Therefore, I recommend that you should activate this feature immediately on your device as soon as possible.