How to set up two-factor authentication?

In this article, you'll see what is two-factor authentication, where you can activate it, and how to set it up for your Weglot account

1. What is two-factor authentication?
2. Where and how can I activate this feature?

1. What is two-factor authentication?

Two-factor authentication is an additional layer of security to the authentication process. Instead of just providing a username and a password, this will add an extra step. In this case, a validation made through a smartphone app such as "Google Authenticator" or any two-factor authentication application

This will improve the security related to your Weglot account

2. Where and how can I activate this feature?

In order to activate this feature, you go on your Weglot profile page, you'll find the following section:

Click on the option and you should see a popup:

As it's mentioned, download the free application "Google Authenticator" or any two-factor authentication application and scan the QR-code that you see.
Enter the 6 digits code displayed in your app and click on "Validate"

You are done!Your Weglot account is now protected with 2 two-factor authentication

When you'll try to log in, you'll just have to enter the 6 digits code present in your two-factor authentication application: