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Zoom is adding support for two-factor authentication (2FA) to its desktop and mobile applications, giving users the option to add an additional layer of security to their account beyond a standard password, the company has confirmed to The edge. In a blog post, the company said that users can enable additional security through Zoom Dashboard.
This isn’t the first time Zoom has offered support for 2FA, but previously, it was only available on the web, rather than being available through its desktop and mobile clients, the company said. Zoom confirmed that all users will be able to access the new security feature, including those on the company’s free tier.
In addition to bringing 2FA to more platforms, Zoom also offers users more ways to receive their unique login codes. Previously, you only had the option to use an authentication app like Google Authenticator to generate your code, but now you can choose to receive them via SMS. However, SMS is generally considered less secure than using an app on the device because it can make the codes easier to intercept. Zoom has also added support for recovery codes, which you can use to regain access to your account if you lose your mobile device.
These are just the latest security features Zoom has added this year after facing an intense privacy and security backlash following its explosion in popularity. In June, it announced that it would implement end-to-end encryption support for its free users, and also made changes to try to reduce unauthorized user access to meetings.
You can find a complete guide on how to enable two-factor authentication to protect your Zoom account here.
