If you’re getting tired of spending an extra minute or so every time you need to log into Gmail, you may wonder whether you can turn off 2-step verification in Gmail.

Yes, you can!

Read on and I’ll show you how to turn off 2-step verification in Gmail.

Why Use 2-Step Verification in Gmail?

Before you turn off 2-factor verification in Gmail, consider why you enabled it in the first place. Basically, the easier it is to get into your account, the easier it is for other people to get into your account.

When you create a new account in Gmail, Google will recommend that you turn on 2-step verification. When enabled, you’ll need to provide a secondary piece of information that additionally verifies your identify; if you’ve provided a phone number, Google will send a 6-digit verification code to that phone number that you can enter for account access.

Without 2-factor authentication, hackers are just one guessed password away from getting access to your account.

With 2-factor authentication enabled, you’ll instantly multiply the complexity of any malicious attempt to gain access to your account.

That said, if you’ve chosen a strong enough password, you change your password regularly, you only use trusted devices, and you keep your network secure, you’ll have most of the elements in place to keep your account safe.

At that point, Gmail’s 2-step verification system may be too much of a hassle to justify.

So how do you turn off 2-step verification in Gmail?

There are three main approaches, depending on what device you’re using.

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How to Turn Off Gmail 2-Step Verification (Desktop)

1. If you’re using a computer, you’ll first need to open the page for your Google Account.

2. Head to the Security section, then select 2-Step Verification. Here, you may be prompted to sign into your account.

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3. Select Turn off, and you’ll be prompted to verify your choice.

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How to Turn Off 2-Step Verification in Gmail (Android Devices)

  1. First, open your device’s Settings app, then head to Google, then Google Account. There, tap Security.
  2. You’ll find a section labeled “2-Step Verification,” which may prompt you to sign into your Google account. There’s a button there to “Turn off,” and you’ll need to confirm your choice after tapping it.
  3. When you’re done, destroy any and all backup codes you’ve saved for signing into your account.

How to Turn Off 2-Step Verification in Gmail on Apple (iOS) Devices (iPhone and iPad)

If you’re using an Apple iOS device like an iPhone or iPad, you’ll need to use the Gmail app to turn off 2-Step Verification.

  1. Tap the menu icon, then head to Settings, then “your account,” then Manage Google Account. Note that if you don’t have a Gmail account yet, you can head to this link on your device’s web browser instead.
  2. At the top of the page, you can tap Security, then head to the Signing in to Google section to tap 2-Step Verification. There, you may be prompted to sign in.
  3. You can tap Turn off; when you do, you’ll see a pop-up window asking you to confirm your choice.
  4. Be sure to delete any backup codes you’ve used to sign into your account in the past.

After Disabling 2-Step Verification in Gmail

After you’ve disabled 2-step verification in Gmail, you may experience some issues with third-party apps that have been linked with your Google account. In some cases, you can resolve the problem by re-logging in with your password. In others, you can revoke app passwords and reset your credentials.

If you’re interested in maximizing your productivity when using Gmail, you can off 2-step verification in Gmail, which is a good start, but it’s just the first step. What’s next?

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