Enhance Your Autodesk Account Security with Two-Step Verification
Strengthening your Autodesk account’s security is straightforward and takes barely a minute. With frequent discussions surrounding downloading updates for AutoCAD and its specialized toolsets, it’s crucial to ensure that your account remains secure. An effective way to achieve this is by enabling two-step verification.
How to Enable Two-Step Verification
Step 1: Log In to Your Autodesk Account
Begin by navigating to the Autodesk account portal at accounts.autodesk.com. Enter your current login credentials to access your account.
Step 2: Access Security Settings
Once logged in, locate the Security Settings option in your account dashboard. Look for the section labeled 2 Step Verification, which is situated just below your password settings. Click on the Set Up button to initiate the setup process.
Step 3: Confirm Your Identity
You will be prompted to enter your password again for security purposes. After you have entered your password, click Continue to proceed.
Step 4: Provide Your Mobile Number
Next, you need to enter your mobile phone number. Take note that you should refrain from adding any dashes or special characters in the number. You will be asked to choose how you would like to receive your verification codes—either via text message or voice call. Make your selection and then click Next.
Step 5: Receive and Enter the Verification Code
Whichever method you chose in the previous step will send a verification code to your mobile device. Carefully enter the code on the subsequent screen. Once verified, click the Done button to finalize the setup.
Step 6: Two-Step Verification in Action
From this point forward, whenever you log into your Autodesk account, you will be required to input a verification code in addition to your username and password. This extra layer of security ensures that only you can access your account.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Two-Step Verification?
Two-step verification is an additional security measure that requires you to provide two forms of identification before accessing your account. This usually involves entering your password followed by a unique verification code sent to your mobile device.
2. Is two-step verification mandatory for Autodesk accounts?
Two-step verification is not mandatory, but it is highly recommended as it significantly improves your account’s security against unauthorized access.
3. What should I do if I lose access to my mobile phone?
If you lose access to the phone number linked for two-step verification, you should update your security settings through your Autodesk account as soon as possible or contact Autodesk support for assistance in regaining account access.