Windows 10: Is there a way that does not require phone verification to transfer data?

Evan Teoh · Dec 2, 2024

My phone's screen is faulty, sometimes not responding and sometimes scrolling things/tapping on itself. I tried to link my phone to my PC to get the data out but it requires verification on my phone Which I am unable to use because of the unresponsive screen. Is there a way that does not require phone verification to transfer data?

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tjg79 · Dec 2, 2024

Outlook & Gmail requires two-step verification

I'm running Win 10 Pro on an HP notebook with Office 365. I use Outlook to send and receive email from my gmail and yahoo email accounts. Today I noticed that Outlook couldn't access gmail. I can access gmail with my browser and android phone no problem. I contacted Microsoft Support and the first rep fixed the problem by generating an app password and two-step verification. I removed the two-step verification, and the problem reoccured. I contacted Microsoft Support again and the rep could not get Outlook to send and receive gmail unless two-step verifciation was active. The two-step verification is a pain in the ass. I'd like to find a way to continue using Outlook for gmail, but I don't want the hassle of two-step verifcation. I think Microsoft and Google ought to fix this issue. I don't think you should need a smart phone to use Outlook. Does anyone know of a solution that doesn't require two-step verification?

tjg79 · Dec 2, 2024

Outlook & Gmail requires two-step verification

Like it was stated - you don't even need to use outlook. You could use your browser or any other app.
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Yes, I can access gmail through a browser or android phone no problem. I'm using the MS Office application Outlook on my desktop and notebook to access, and manage all my email accounts. The Outlook application is what I primarily use. Now, it appears that using Outlook to access gmail requires two step verification. That's a big PITA such that the gmail accounts need to be terminated. I've been using gmail as my primary email since about 2009. There's been a lot of big tech changes since then. I'm now looking for a new primary email provider. I'm leaning towards ProtonMail. I started a free ProtonMail account, which is browser or smart phone app accessible, back in November, but I'm seriously considering the paid premium ProtonMail account, because you can use the PC Outlook application to access and manage the emails. I think Microsoft and Google should be able to work something out so that two-step verification isn't required when using Outlook to access gmail. - - - Updated - - -

You only need one to create a password sent via text one time only. After that the password works every time. Obviously the reason for it is account security. Once you set up the app id passwords you don't need a phone to log in.
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When I contacted Office 365 support the first time, the rep used my Google account to generate the application passwords for Outlook to access gmail. He had to enable two-step verification to do so. After that when I opened Outlook to access email, I was required to perform the two-step verification. I then went into my Google account to disable two-step verification, and that action also disabled Outlook's ability to access the gmail. So, Outlook can't access gmail without two-step verification. Microsoft Support acknowledged it and doesn't have a solution other than learning to live with two-step verification everytime you open Outlook. Two-step verification doesn't make my system more secure. I've already got to login to windows to get to the desktop. I would think the application generated password would be sufficient since it's for a specific application.

Brink · Dec 2, 2024

Google strengthening 2-Step Verification for Google account

What’s changing

Starting on July 7, 2020, we will make phone verification prompts the primary 2-Step Verification (2SV) method for all eligible users, unless they are already using security keys as their 2SV method of choice. This means that if you sign in to your Google account and are also signed in on a smartphone, you will be asked to follow phone prompts to verify the login attempt. This will help increase account security while making it easier to sign in.

This won’t apply if you use a security key to protect your account. You’ll also still be able to use other methods (such as a code received by text) by selecting a different method during the phone prompt verification steps.

Phone prompts verify your sign-in attempt via your smartphone

Who’s impacted

End users

Why it’s important

Phone prompts, also known as “on-device prompts,” are more secure than text or voice codes as a form of 2-Step Verification. They’re also easier to use, as they avoid requiring users to manually enter a code received on another device. By making prompts the primary method for more users, we hope to help them take advantage of the additional security without having to manually change settings—though they can still use other methods of 2-Step Verification if they prefer.

Additional details

How phone prompts work

After you enter your password to sign in to your Google Account, Google sends a "Trying to sign in?" prompt to every eligible mobile device where you’re signed in. This prompt tells you when and where your password was entered, and then asks you to confirm or block the sign-in attempt by simply tapping your mobile device. You can still select a different verification method during sign-in if one is available on your account. You’ll also stop receiving prompts on a phone if you sign out of that phone. Learn more about phone prompts.

Users with security keys are excluded from this change

Users will not have prompts as their primary 2SV method in two situations:

If an organization enforces the “Only security key” 2-Step Verification option for a user, there will be no change and the user will continue to be required to use security keys.

If a user currently has, or at any point in the future adds, a security key on their account, the security key verification will be presented as the primary method.

Additionally, if a user doesn’t have 2-Step Verification turned on, this will not apply.

Getting started

Admins: This feature will be ON by default. Admins can only disable the feature by requiring the use of security keys. Visit the Help Center to learn more about protecting your business with 2-Step Verification.

End users: This feature will be ON by default and can be disabled by the user. Visit the Help Center to learn more about signing in with 2-Step Verification.

Rollout pace

Rapid and Scheduled Release domains: Gradual rollout (up to 15 days for feature visibility) starting on July 7, 2020

Availability

Available to all G Suite customers and users with personal accounts.

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Source: https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com...e-prompts.html

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