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I'm trying to set-up two-factor authentication for Apple ID but the option to turn it on is not there. I have an iPhone 7+ running iOS 13.3.1.
Any ideas for me to try?
Cheers.
iPhone 7 Plus, iOS 13
You will need to contact Apple support. Apple has not elaborated on why some AppleIDs cannot enable 2FA, so we don’t know why yours isn’t giving that option.
Availability of two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support
“While most iCloud users can now turn on two-factor authentication, certain account types may still be ineligible at Apple’s discretion.”
You will need to contact Apple support. Apple has not elaborated on why some AppleIDs cannot enable 2FA, so we don’t know why yours isn’t giving that option.
Availability of two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support
“While most iCloud users can now turn on two-factor authentication, certain account types may still be ineligible at Apple’s discretion.”
Here's how to turn on two-factor authentication in Settings (If you're using iOS 10.3 or later):
If you're using iOS 10.2 or earlier:
You might be asked to answer your Apple ID security questions.
You may check the link provided below for more information:
Two-factor authentication for Apple ID
Hope it helps!
Thanks for the quick reply.
When I follow those steps the option to turn on Two-factor Authentication is not there.
Any ideas?
Two-factor Authentication For Apple ID Not Showing Up
