How to turn off two-factor authentication (2FA) depends on the service you are using. Here are instructions for some common platforms:
Apple Account
- You cannot turn off two-factor authentication if it has been enabled for more than two weeks.
- If you recently enabled it (within 14 days), you can turn it off by clicking the link in the confirmation email you received when you enrolled.
- After two weeks, 2FA is permanent for Apple IDs created on iOS 13.4 or later and cannot be disabled.
- You can manage trusted phone numbers and devices but not fully disable 2FA after that period
Google Account
- Go to your Google Account settings → Security → 2-Step Verification.
- You may need to sign in again.
- Select "Turn off" and confirm in the pop-up window to disable 2FA
Epic Games
- Log in to your Epic Games account page.
- Go to the Password & Security tab.
- Under Two-Factor Authentication, toggle off the 2FA method you want to disable (Authenticator app, SMS, or Email)
- Update your Facebook app to the latest version.
- Go to Settings & Privacy → Settings → Accounts Center → Password and Security.
- Enter your Facebook password if prompted.
- Under Two-Factor Authentication, select the method (e.g., text message) and turn it off by toggling the option
GitHub
- Click your profile photo → Settings → Password and authentication.
- Select Disable two-factor authentication and confirm by entering your password or performing 2FA again
Microsoft 365 (Admin)
- In the Microsoft 365 admin center, go to Users → Active users → select the user → Manage multifactor authentication.
- Select the user and disable multi-factor authentication
In summary, most platforms allow you to disable 2FA through your account security settings, except Apple, which only allows disabling within two weeks of activation. After that, 2FA is mandatory for increased security. Always consider the security risks before turning off two-factor authentication.
