How to set up Google Authenticator on a new phone – Engadget

A two-factor authentication (2FA) app like Google’s Authenticator can be a huge step toward safer online security, adding an extra layer of account protection. However, it can also be a massive bugbear when it comes to changing devices — especially if your authenticator app is stuck on a damaged or lost phone. Luckily, you can transition to a new machine smoothly.

Google Authenticator offers a form of 2FA to users, generating one-time…