The clap said: THis is exactly what I need! I get the codes sent to my phone, put them in and then the 'code generator' window pops up and says 'You%u2019ve asked us to require a 6-digit login code when anyone tries to access your account from a new device or browser. Enter the 6-digit code from your Code Generator or 3rd party app below.' I have no idea where to get the 6digit code! I can`t get it from my phone or log into FB with my phone. It doesn`t approx the same thing.
Very frustrated. I did something, I suppose, but have no idea how to undo it if i can`t get into FB at all. Leader Board Leading Today Pts Helpful 1. 200 89% Leading this Week Pts Helpful 1. 200 100% Leading this Month Pts Helpful 1.
Why Do You Need a Facebook Confirmation Code? You must have enabled Facebook’s Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a security method that requires two different ways of proving your identity. It is commonly used in everyday life. For example paying with a credit card not only requires the card. Without two-factor authentication, you only need your username or email address and password to log into your Facebook account. By enabling Facebook’s two-factor authentication, you’ve added an extra layer of security. Whenever you try to log into Facebook from a new location or device, Facebook will ask you for a security or confirmation code to complete the login.
Where Can You Find a Facebook Confirmation Code? You can obtain a Facebook login code in three different ways: • Facebook can text a confirmation code to a mobile number associated with your account. • From an authentication app, like Duo or Google Authenticator. Moreover, the Facebook mobile app includes a Code Generator that automatically generates a fresh security code every 30 or 60 seconds. • From a list of Facebook recovery codes that you downloaded as a backup. Beyond codes, you can also create a physical 2nd-factor security key, to log into Facebook through USB or NFC.
Since two of the methods above depend on a mobile device, make sure you have at least one other method to log back into Facebook, in case you lose that device. We went with the Text Message option and entered the 6-digit code Facebook texted to our mobile number. Once you’ve entered the Facebook confirmation code, click Finish to complete the initial setup. Now you can add an authentication app, save recovery codes, and create a security key. You should also assign a phone number that Facebook can use to text you a login code. If you need to temporarily disable two-factor authentication, just click Turn Off on Facebook’s 2fa settings page and you’ll be able to log in using your basic login credentials.
How to Access the Facebook Code Generator Code Generator is a convenient way to access two-factor authentication codes without a mobile number. The tool will come in handy when you’re traveling or don’t have mobile reception. Code Generator is available inside the Facebook app for iOS and Android. The Windows Store app mimics the Facebook website and doesn’t include Code Generator. To access the Facebook Code Generator from Android or iOS, open the Facebook app, click the hamburger icon in the top right, scroll down, expand the Settings & Privacy menu, and select Code Generator. Here you’ll see the tool run through new security codes every 30 or 60 seconds.