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    How to Bind Your Account’s 2FA via Google Authenticator
    bybit2024-10-11 11:32:14
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    Important Information:

    1) It is highly recommended that a copy of your Recovery Key Phrase is stored securely. RKP is needed when you attempt to bind into a new Google Authenticator.
    2) To ensure maximum account and asset security, Bybit urges all traders to have their 2FA binded to their Google Authenticator at all times.
     
     
     
    Step 1: Launch the Bybit App. At the bottom left corner, select 'Home’. Then, Select the ‘profile’ icon from the upper left corner. Select 'Security'.
     
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    Step 2: Beside Google Authentication, slide the white circle switch to the right.
     
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    Step 3: Key in the email/SMS verification code sent to your email address or mobile number respectively. The app will automatically redirect you to the next page.
     
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    Note:
    - If you are not able to receive the verification code by email, please consult this article :
    Troubleshooting : Unable to receive Email verification code.

    - If you are not able to receive the verification code by SMS, please consult this article : Troubleshooting : Unable to receive SMS verification code.
     
     
     
     
     
    Step 4: Download the official Google Authenticator App from Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Once you have downloaded it, select 'Continue' to proceed.
     
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    Step 5: Write down the Recovery Key Phrase (RKP) and store it securely inside an encrypted cloud server or inside another secured device. Press 'Copy key'.
     
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    Step 6: Launch the Google Authenticator app inside your smartphone or tablet. Select the '+' icon and select ‘enter a setup key'.
     
     
     
     
     
    Step 7: Type in any unique name (e.g. Bybit - followed by your registered email address), paste the copied key into the ' key' blank space and select 'ADD'. A 6 digit code will be generated successfully in your Google Authenticator
     
     
     
     
     
    Step 8: Go back into your Bybit App, select 'Next'.
     
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    Step 9: Key in the 6 digit code generated in your Google Authenticator and select 'Confirm'
     
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    Note:  If you receive the error message "invalid code" after entering the GA code, please consult this article : Troubleshooting: Google Authenticator "Invalid Code" error.
     
     
    You have successfully binded your Google Authenticator to your account.
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