New 2FA Required due to calling asks for a USB Key but I don't have one!

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hfonger
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New 2FA Required due to calling asks for a USB Key but I don't have one!

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I can no longer access my church account on my iPad as it says I need to re-sign in and now can not login using a browser due to the required 2FA requirement that asks for a USB Security Key. I never set up a USB security key and can not change the settings. My phone still allows me to use Tools and Library with no issues even though I have changed my password multiple times over the last 24 hrs. I get the text and email messages when I change my password using a PC, but not when I request them in order to login on my iPad. I can not see a place to update this setting using Tools on my phone.

How can I update my second login authentication to a text message or email rather than the USB Security Key?

Thanks in advance.
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Re: New 2FA Required due to calling asks for a USB Key but I don't have one!

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Post by russellhltn »

hfonger wrote: Mon Dec 02, 2024 8:14 pm How can I update my second login authentication to a text message or email rather than the USB Security Key?
From the main page, click on the orb with your initials/profile photo, then "Account".

Or, go to account.churchofjesuschrist.org

If you can change it, it would be there.
Have you searched the Help Center? Try doing a Google search and adding "site:churchofjesuschrist.org/help" to the search criteria.

So we can better help you, please edit your Profile to include your general location.
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Re: New 2FA Required due to calling asks for a USB Key but I don't have one!

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I was able to get in by contacting tech support and having them reset my account. I was unable to make the change myself since I was unable to login. To contact them call [phone number removed] if you have similar login issues.
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Re: New 2FA Required due to calling asks for a USB Key but I don't have one!

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marcfonger wrote: Tue Dec 03, 2024 12:26 pm I was able to get in by contacting tech support and having them reset my account. I was unable to make the change myself since I was unable to login. To contact them call [phone number removed] if you have similar login issues.
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Re: New 2FA Required due to calling asks for a USB Key but I don't have one!

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Post by james81 »

That sounds frustrating! To update your 2FA settings, try signing into your account on a PC where you can securely access your settings. Find the 2FA management section to change from a USB security key to text or email. Support can also help if you're locked out again.”
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