How to enable two-step verification on Aruba's PEC
The security of personal data is increasingly important, especially when it comes to sensitive information such as that found in Certified Email (PEC). Aruba, one of the leading Italian PEC providers, offers the possibility to activate 2-step verification to further increase account protection. In this article, we will see how to activate this feature quickly and easily.
What is 2-step verification?
2-step verification is an authentication system that involves using two distinct factors to access an account. In practice, in addition to the password, it will be necessary to enter a temporary code generated by an application or sent via SMS at the time of login. This system makes it much more difficult for hackers to access users' personal data.
What is 2-step verification?
2-step verification is a security system that adds an additional layer of protection to accessing your online accounts, including that of Aruba's PEC. In practice, in addition to the password, a temporary code generated by an application or sent via SMS to your mobile phone will be required.
This way, even if someone were to discover your password, they could not access your account without also having the temporary code. This system is particularly useful for protecting sensitive information such as legal or financial documents.
2-step verification can be activated on many online services and is always recommended by authorities responsible for cybersecurity.
The process of activating 2-step verification on Aruba's PEC is quick and easy. Once activated, every time you access your account you will need to enter both your password and the temporary code generated by the application or sent via SMS.
- Advantages:
- Significantly increases the security of your account
- Protects sensitive information
- Simple to use once configured
- Disadvantages:
- May be annoying to have to enter the temporary code every time you access your account
- You may need to always have your mobile phone with you to receive the temporary code via SMS
Why activate 2-step verification on Aruba's PEC?
The Certified Email (PEC) is a service that guarantees sending emails with legal value. However, like any other computer system, PEC can be vulnerable to cyber-attacks.
Therefore, to ensure greater security of communications through PEC, Aruba has introduced 2-step verification.
What is 2-step verification?
2-step verification is an authentication system that requires two distinct factors to access an account. In the case of Aruba's PEC, these factors are:
- Account password;
- A code generated by a specific application.
This way, even if someone manages to discover the account password, they cannot access it without the code generated by the application.
What are the advantages of 2-step verification on Aruba's PEC?
In addition to greater security for communications via PEC, there are other advantages to activating 2-step verification on Aruba's PEC:
- Greater protection of sensitive data: 2-step verification prevents unauthorized access to the account and prevents any attempts at stealing sensitive data.
- Reduced risk of phishing: 2-step verification makes it more difficult for cybercriminals to create fake websites to steal PEC account credentials.
- Improved reputation: By activating 2-step verification on PEC, you demonstrate that you are a responsible user who is attentive to communication security.
In summary, activating 2-step verification on Aruba's PEC is an excellent practice for ensuring greater communication security and protecting sensitive data. In addition, it offers additional benefits such as reducing the risk of phishing and improving reputation.
How to activate 2-step verification on Aruba's PEC
Certified Email (PEC) is a service that allows you to send and receive messages with legal value. Aruba is one of the most widely used PEC service providers in Italy. To best protect your PEC account, you can activate 2-step verification.
Step 1: Enable 2-step verification
- Log in to your PEC account on pec.aruba.it.
- Click on the profile icon in the top right and select "Settings".
- In the "Security" section, you will find the "Two-step verification" option. Click "Enable".
- Enter your mobile phone number and click "Send code". You will receive an SMS with the verification code.
- Enter the received code in the appropriate field and click "Confirm".
- 2-step verification is now enabled on your PEC account.
Step 2: Use 2-step verification
Every time you access your PEC account from a new device or browser, you will be asked to enter the verification code sent to your mobile phone. This way, even if someone were to discover your password, they could not access your PEC account without the verification code.
It is important to remember that if you change your mobile phone number, you will need to disable 2-step verification and enable it again with the new number.
Activating 2-step verification on Aruba's PEC is an excellent practice for best protecting your account. Follow these simple steps to increase the security of your PEC account.
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