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Disabling two factor authentication

The only answer I ever see on here is that I am un able to turn off two factor authentication. I am trying to turn it off so I can use a monitoring app on one of my devices. The person using the device knows what I am doing but I still need to be able to turn off the notifications.


Has ANYONE figured out a way to do it or can APPLE do it for me? Honestly, its my phone, my service and my (our) information.


Please help

iPhone X, iOS 13

Posted on Jan 8, 2020 11:21 AM

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Posted on Jan 8, 2020 11:30 AM

Once you have activated two-factor authentication, It cannot be turned off as provided in this Apple document, Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support


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, you can unenroll for 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 higher security.

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Jan 8, 2020 11:30 AM in response to fordjon

Once you have activated two-factor authentication, It cannot be turned off as provided in this Apple document, Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support


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, you can unenroll for 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 higher security.

Jan 8, 2020 11:28 AM in response to fordjon

To my knowlegde, you won't be able to disable it, unless it was set up less than 15 days ago, as per this support guide, at section "Can I turn off two-factor authentication after I’ve turned it on?":--> Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support

If you'd like, you can submit your request/suggestion to Apple directly, using this link:--> Apple – Product Feedback - iPhone

Regards

Giulio

Disabling two factor authentication

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