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A listener named David asks about retrieving his authenticator app if his phone is lost or stolen. Kim Komando explains the importance of two-factor authentication and how to secure it. She advises using Find My Device or Find My iPhone to lock or erase the phone remotely, or contacting the carrier to disable texting. She also suggests using authenticator apps with backup codes across multiple devices.
- Two-factor authentication is essential for online security.
- Find My Device and Find My iPhone can help locate, lock, or erase a lost or stolen phone.
- Authenticator apps with backup codes provide an extra layer of security.
- Contacting your carrier can prevent unauthorized text messages.
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