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Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

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Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is an authentication method that requires the user to present multiple pieces of evidence (factors) to verify their identity. Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a specific type of MFA that uses only two factors. These factors typically fall into categories like something you know (password), something you have (security token or code sent to your phone), or something you are (biometrics).

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