Google makes Chrome for Android a 2FA security key for account sign-in

Two-factor authentication (2FA) acts as an additional layer of security to prevent unauthorised account sign-in. Google has widely encouraged its users to adopt the 2FA for their Google accounts. Now, it has reportedly made Chrome for Android browser as a 2FA security key for Google account sign-in.

As per a report by 9to5Google, the Chrome 93 for Android beta hints at the development. It says that the beta update prompts users when someone attempts to sign in to the same Google account on a nearby device.

Once a user enters an email ID and password on a laptop, Google will send them a prompt message “Are you trying to sign in?” notification.