Just upgraded to Catalina and somehow turned on Two Factor Authentication. I want to turn it off because I do not have a cell phone. If I am not at home to answer my home phone I cannot receive the "Code" to allow me access to my account. The only device I have is this MacBook Air. I feel trapped! Do I have any options?
You may be able to turn it off if it has been less than two weeks. See the following from Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support
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 within two weeks of enrollment. 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.
You may be able to turn it off if it has been less than two weeks. See the following from Two-factor authentication for Apple ID - Apple Support
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 within two weeks of enrollment. 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.
Thank you…I just turned it off! - Sue
Two Factor Authentication
