Quick summary
We’ve made a slight adjustment to how users create and manage backup codes for 2-step verification. Rather than generating or accessing backup codes from the 2-step verification homepage, users be taken to a dedicated backup codes page.
Here, users can generate new backup codes or re-fresh for additional backup codes, and print or download the codes as before. Additionally, we’ve added a new option to delete your backup codes.
This update will be available on web, Android, and iOS devices.
Getting started
- Admins: Visit the Help Center to learn more about allowing your users to use backup codes for 2-step verification. Note: There is no change to the Admin Console feature to manage an individual user’s backup codes (also known as verification codes), or to the Admin SDK.
- End users: When enabled by your Admin, visit the Help Center to learn more about protecting your account with 2-step verification and signing in with backup codes.
Rollout pace
- Rapid Release and Scheduled Release domains: Full rollout (2 weeks for feature visibility) starting on [October 11, 2021]
Availability
- Available to all Google Workspace customers, as well as G Suite Basic and Business customers
Resources
- Google Workspace Admin Help: Protect your business with 2-Step Verification
- Google Help: Sign in with backup codes
- Google Help: Protect your account with 2-Step Verification