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The REINER SCT Authenticator can protect up to 60 accounts via 2FA.

Although 2FA offers an additional layer of security, it is not one hundred percent error-free. Nevertheless, it is far more secure than using passwords alone. The most secure type of 2FA is protection with a TOTP hardware device such as the REINER SCT Authenticator.

Yes, most platforms allow you to deactivate the 2FA option. However, it is strongly recommended that you leave it enabled to ensure your account security.

There are many authentication apps such as Google Authenticator, Authy or Microsoft Authenticator. However, the Google Authenticator is currently struggling with a security vulnerability due to the lack of E2E encryption. This means that the protection of your own data is no longer guaranteed. For the time being, it is therefore advisable to use another form of multi-factor authentication. It is not known how long this situation will last. Google is aware of the problem and has already announced steps to restore the security of its users’ data. Until then, it is advisable to use another form of multi-factor authentication. For example, the Authenticator from REINER SCT, which offers maximum security and has no security gaps.

No, 2FA can also be used to access physical devices or resources to further improve security.