What do you need in order to use Capital One's two factor authentication?

Here’s how you can enable two-factor authentication using the Capital One Mobile app: Download the Capital One Mobile app. Once you’ve downloaded the app, agree to receive push notifications. That way, you can enable Mobile App Verification on your device. Manage devices in your settings. Sign in and tap Profile on the bottom toolbar.

What are the benefits of using two-factor authentication?

Two factor authentication provides an elevated level of security to the user than a password-protected account. 2FA verifies that the person trying to access the account knew the password and ensures it is a legitimate person who is using that password. Thus, 2FA is a method to keep out the bad guys even if they steal your password.

What are some of the different types of two-factor authentication?

Two-factor authentication creates an extra layer of security to help prevent unauthorized access to online accounts. Two-factor authentication might combine a password with a text message, email, authenticator app, push notification, biometric authentication or physical key.

How does Capital One's mobile app verification work?

Sign in and tap Profile on the bottom toolbar. Next tap Security, and you’ll see Mobile App Verification under Additional Security. This is where you can enable this feature and enroll your devices. For this extra layer of security, Capital One will send you a push notification when we need to verify it's you.