Among the authentication apps you can use for logging into your Ring account are Google Authenticator, Twilio Authy, Microsoft Authenticator, and LastPass Authenticator.

I prefer the option to use an authenticator app rather than receiving codes via text message whenever possible, and so should you. The reason is simple logistics.

Ring announced today that it will begin expanding and adding security measures to its video devices and apps, including end-to-end video encryption, support for authenticator apps and CAPTCHA ...

Use authenticator apps for platforms that handle large sums, sensitive data, or crypto assets. PayPal, Venmo, Robinhood, Binance, and Coinbase support app-based 2FA.

The Authenticator app is a great tool for adding 2FA to the sites and services you use. I cannot recommend enough that you add multiple security layers to your accounts.

How to choose and use an authenticator app Authenticator apps work the same way text-based 2FA does, but instead of having a code sent to you via text, the code appears in the app.