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2 factor authentication bug

hi I enabled two factor authentication and now my phone is asking to verify through another system and when i log into my laptop, its not recognizing thhat i have verified and


The status is approve this iphone and keeps waiting for approval. now i have no access to the iphone settings.


im trying to turn the 2 factor authentication off and theres no button to turn it off either.

Posted on May 20, 2019 7:23 PM

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Posted on May 20, 2019 7:41 PM

See if this helps.


Apple ID - Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication


From the article below. If it has been on longer than 2 weeks, you can't turn it off. 


Can I turn off two-factor authentication after I’ve turned it on?


If you already use two-factor authentication, you can no longer turn it off. Certain features in the latest versions of iOS and macOS require this extra level of security, which is designed to protect your information. If you recently updated your account, however, you can unenroll for a period of two weeks. Just open your enrollment confirmation email and click the link to return to your previous security settings. Keep in mind, this makes your account less secure and means that you can't use features that require a higher level of security.


Apple ID -Two-factor authentication

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May 20, 2019 7:41 PM in response to 2factorwhatever

See if this helps.


Apple ID - Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication


From the article below. If it has been on longer than 2 weeks, you can't turn it off. 


Can I turn off two-factor authentication after I’ve turned it on?


If you already use two-factor authentication, you can no longer turn it off. Certain features in the latest versions of iOS and macOS require this extra level of security, which is designed to protect your information. If you recently updated your account, however, you can unenroll for a period of two weeks. Just open your enrollment confirmation email and click the link to return to your previous security settings. Keep in mind, this makes your account less secure and means that you can't use features that require a higher level of security.


Apple ID -Two-factor authentication

2 factor authentication bug

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