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Google has updated its 2FA Authenticator app for iOS with a new account transfer feature that makes it much easier to transfer two-factor authentication codes to a new iPhone.
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2FA adds an additional layer of security to your online accounts by requiring a randomly generated six-digit code after entering your password. The Google application generates codes for your accounts on the fly, but until now the process of transferring accounts to a new iPhone was time consuming and required several steps.
Fortunately, that is no longer the case, and you can now select which accounts to export by tapping the three dots in the upper right corner of the app and choosing Export Accounts.
Once you have chosen which accounts to export (you can export up to 10 accounts at a time), the Authenticator app will generate a QR code. Scan this code using the Authenticator app on your new device and the chosen accounts will be transferred automatically.
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In addition to 2FA export, the latest app update also adds an updated interface and dark mode support, which respects system-wide settings.
Remember, if you buy a new iPhone to replace your existing one and use the Google Authenticator app, you should transfer those accounts to your new phone as soon as possible, because without the 2FA codes at hand, you could get locked out of your online accounts.
Google Authenticator is a free download for iPhone available on the App Store. [Direct Link]
