In order to withdraw money from my Coinbase Wallet, I need to set up Google 2FA. Can anybody provide me with a simplified explanation for how I do this within Coinbase Wallet? I keep getting the message, “For your account security, please perform two-factor authentication first.” But there’s no guidance provided on how to do this. Any assistance would be much appreciated!
Ensure you save you key because if you dont and you lose your phone, it will take 6 months to unlock your account
You download the app (called “Google Authenticator”). Then, you add your Coinbase account to that app, either via a code or by scanning a QR code.
Once this is set up and 2FA is required (personally, I have it enabled for everything related to “money”… so, crypto, PayPal, and even Steam), you have to open the app, look up the 6-digit code, and enter it on the Coinbase app/website.
The code changes every 60 (or 30?) seconds. That’s the gist. DON’T lose your phone! (or make sure to back up the 2FA setup.)
Bonus info: Personally, I don’t use the app from Google; I use “Aegis.” It has some quality-of-life features, especially cloning to a new phone. If I recall correctly, Google has added a feature for this in the meantime. You can also install both apps without interference and test which one suits you best.