Instead of getting six-digit log-in codes via SMS, which is unsafe and prone to phishing, users will see a QR code that they can scan with their phone’s camera.The Latest Tech News, Delivered to ...

Google has recently revealed that Gmail is trying to do away with the SMS security verification.

If you give anyone your verification code, they can log in and transfer all the money out of your accounts. Tips for how to stop the scammers Never, ever give your verification code to someone else.

Identity confirmed Google plans to stop using insecure SMS verification in Gmail Switching to QR codes for verification could help limit account hacks and spam.