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1. emaro · 1789676372 · focus · HN ↗

   Doesn't help obviously if you already lost your phone, but I recommend anyone to use a third party authenticator app. Most services offer to scan a QR code to set up MFA, which can easily be backed up. Don't use Google/Microsoft authenticator apps directly. Personally I use Stratum, but any that allows export/import will do.

   1. varispeed · 1789677709 · focus · HN ↗

      This. Authy and a throwaway phone added in that sits in a safe place.

      1. croon · 1789731233 · focus · HN ↗

         I stopped using Authy when they were bought by Twilio and stopped supporting their desktop client (thus eliminating my alternate device backups).

         I can highly recommend Ente Auth though.

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