

Note: If you replace or upgrade the device that the Authy app. Enter the code that is displayed in the app on the screen for two step login and click Verify.When you login and are prompted for Two Step login, select Google Authenticator as the authentication factor.You'll now see that the Authy app on both devices displays the same account and the same passcode appears on both devices simultaneously.If you entered a password for backups, tap your account icon and enter your backups password, then click Decrypt Account.Answer the call, then enter the code provided in your new device.Your primary device will receive a phone call.A text message will be sent to your primary device.Type the requested response in the field provided and click OK. You'll see a Warning message asking you to confirm this action.On the device that you've previously configured Authy, launch the Authy app and you will see a prompt indicating a new device wants to be added as another device.Note: The cell number you initially use will be the primary number for your Authy account, even if you use multiple cell phones with different numbers Enter the cell phone number for your primary device.
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Install and launch the Authy app on the second device.Note: the number will change every 30 seconds Type that code on the computer and click Verify. You'll be prompted for a code that is being displayed on your phone screen.On the phone edit the Account Nickname and logo if desired, and tap Save.Click Scan QR Code and position the phone camera to view the bar code that appears on your computer screen.Open Authy on your mobile device and click the + to Add Account.At the Set up security methods screen click Set up.Enter the password and click Verify, and complete two-step requirement.Click Set up for the Google Authenticator Mobile App.If you've previously enrolled Google Authenticator, you will need to Remove what you previously enrolled.Locate the Security Methods section of your settings.


