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Why can't I disable the two-factor verification process

Why can't I disable the two-factor verification process and what is the point? Isn't Find My iPhone suppose to help someone find their phone? But how is someone suppose do that if they need their phone to sign into iCloud and their phone is lost?

iPhone 11

Posted on May 26, 2021 4:25 AM

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Posted on May 26, 2021 7:21 AM

You don’t need your phone to find a lost device. You can use any web browser on any platform and login to your account at https://www.iCloud.com/find and locate a lost device without needing a 2FA code.


If trying to login to www.iCloud.com yes, you’ll need a code. If no other Apple trusted devices are available, you use your backup trusted telephone number to receive a code.


Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support


Trusted phone numbers

A trusted phone number is a number that can be used to receive verification codes by text message or automated phone call. You must verify at least one trusted phone number to enroll in two-factor authentication.



You should also consider verifying an additional phone number you can access, such as a home phone, or a number used by a family member or close friend. You can use this number if you temporarily can't access your primary number or your own devices.“




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May 26, 2021 7:21 AM in response to M_____________________

You don’t need your phone to find a lost device. You can use any web browser on any platform and login to your account at https://www.iCloud.com/find and locate a lost device without needing a 2FA code.


If trying to login to www.iCloud.com yes, you’ll need a code. If no other Apple trusted devices are available, you use your backup trusted telephone number to receive a code.


Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support


Trusted phone numbers

A trusted phone number is a number that can be used to receive verification codes by text message or automated phone call. You must verify at least one trusted phone number to enroll in two-factor authentication.



You should also consider verifying an additional phone number you can access, such as a home phone, or a number used by a family member or close friend. You can use this number if you temporarily can't access your primary number or your own devices.“




Why can't I disable the two-factor verification process

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