Microsoft apps forget my login after every Windows restart
For roughly two years, Microsoft apps on my computers have required me to sign in again after every restart. This affects Office, Microsoft Store, Xbox, games, and other…
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Firefox Keeps Asking for Google Sign-In and 2FA
My dad has been using Linux Mint 22.3 for about a year, but over the past few months Firefox has started forgetting his Google and Gmail login. Every…
Firefox Keeps Logging Out of Gmail and Asking for 2FA
My father uses Linux Mint 22.3 and Firefox, both kept up to date. For the past couple of months, Firefox has been forgetting his Google and Gmail login…
Is two-factor authentication worth the risk of losing access?
I'm considering enabling two-factor authentication, but I'm worried about being permanently locked out if I lose or break my trusted phone or device. If the authentication code is…
How Could Someone Secretly Monitor Activity on a Samsung Phone?
A friend's boyfriend showed her that he could view a lot of her phone activity from his own phone. She wants to understand how he might have gained…
Do I Need Special Hardware to Use Duo for Two-Factor Authentication?
A cloud service provider I use relies on Duo for two-factor authentication. As an end user, do I need to purchase a hardware token or other device, or…
What should I do after malware stole my passwords and accessed my accounts?
I use a Windows desktop PC and recently downloaded a fake installer from a pop-up-heavy website. It displayed a download screen that never finished, but malware was apparently…
How Can I Recover My GitHub Account Without 2FA or Recovery Codes?
I know my GitHub username and password and still have access to the email address on the account, but I can no longer use the authenticator app that…
How Can I Recover My GitHub Account Without My Authenticator or 2FA Recovery Codes?
I know my GitHub username and password, and I still have access to the email address linked to the account. However, I can no longer use the authenticator…
Is There a Widespread SMS Outage Affecting 2FA?
Has anyone else noticed a significant issue with receiving SMS-based two-factor authentication (2FA) texts today? Customers, users, and even myself haven't been able to get these texts. I…
How can I disable 2FA for certain accounts in Azure?
Hey everyone! I'm the system admin at a school, and I'm trying to set up some accounts without requiring two-factor authentication (2FA) using the Microsoft app. I attempted…
How can I set up a digital archive for my boyfriend in case I pass away?
I'm looking to create a digital storage system—specifically using my free Google Drive—where I can compile and share my pictures, videos, and links to my YouTube playlists with…
Why Am I Getting Random Verification Codes From Different Services?
Hey everyone! Lately, I've been bombarded with verification codes via text from several services like CashApp, Lyft, Venmo, and Instacart that I never asked for. I do have…
How to Access LastPass Programmatically for Automation?
I've recently started a new job where I'm transitioning from using KeePass to LastPass. At my last role, I could easily extract credentials automatically for scripts using KeePass,…
Why is my Steam account showing logins from unusual locations?
I've noticed that my Steam account was accessed from my computer but apparently from Paris, which is quite strange. I've checked for viruses, and my system appears clean.…
Why Am I Getting Constant Login Requests from My Email Authenticator?
Lately, I've been bombarded with login requests from my email authenticator app. The requests are mostly coming from France, while I'm located in the UK. I've already changed…
How can I ensure my accounts are safe after multiple hacks?
Hey everyone! I've been dealing with a nightmare for the past month. It all started when I tried to download a cracked game, and I believe that led…
How can I receive my email recovery code if my recovery phone is a landline?
I'm having trouble getting my email recovery code because the phone number linked to my account is a home phone that can't receive text messages. I've been looking…
How to fix Microsoft Authenticator issues after switching phones?
I recently transferred data from my old iPhone 8 Plus to a new iPhone 15 Pro Max, and now I'm having trouble with the Microsoft Authenticator app. When…
How likely is it to get malware from clicking an ad by mistake?
I accidentally clicked on an ad while browsing some content and quickly closed the tab without downloading anything. I have two-factor authentication set up on my phone. How…