Apple has reportedly confirmed that it is adding two-step authentication to its iMessages and FaceTime services on iPhone, iPad and Mac computers in efforts to bolster user security, the Guardian reported.
Aimed at defending against hackers seeking access to users’ accounts, the latest added verification measure requires users to enter a unique code together with the regular account password before signing into messaging and video chat accounts.
Now, users need to enter a security code to confirm their login name and password every time they log out of their FaceTime or iMessage accounts and log in again, or log in on another device.
Last June, the iPhone maker added two-step verification for its iCloud Web app service, which enables users to access ‘Find My iPhone’ without verification, with most other apps seeking a pass code that can be texted only to a phone number.
This security measure was aimed at thwarting deceptive purchases from the App Store and iTunes.
Alongside Apple, other tech firms including Google, Facebook and Twitter launched two-step verification to protect the privacy and account of their users.
