Fitbit app gets two-factor authentication update

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• Android: Fitbit - Apps on Google Play
• iOS: ‎Fitbit: Health & Fitness

How do I protect my Fitbit account with two factor authentication? - Fitbit Help Center

Two factor authentication adds an extra layer of security to your Fitbit account.The instructions below only apply to users who sign in to the Fitbit app with a legacy Fitbit account. If you sign in t

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Fitbit is finally rolling out support for two-factor authentication (2FA). It’s not yet widely available and leverages SMS text messages.

Fitbit users on Android and iOS are beginning to see a “Increase your security” prompt that explains how “two-factor authentication gives you an extra layer of protection.” Fitbit’s 2FA system sees codes sent to your phone via SMS. It’s not the most secure method, given carrier spoofing, but better than nothing at this point.

Source: Fitbit rolling out two-factor authentication (2FA) for accounts - 9to5Google