Twitter finally launched two-factor authentication - Here's how to enable it

Going a week without a major brand having its Twitter account compromised was starting to become a rare occurrence. Critics and users alike repeatedly called upon Twitter to release two-factor (or step) authentication. The added layer of security requires you to enter your password, and then a subsequent six-digit access anytime you try to log into Twitter. The short code is sent via text message to your cell phone, which means that any would-be hackers would need to not only crack your password, but to also have physical possession of your cell phone.

Twitter, on Wednesday, finally rolled out its first iteration of two-factor authentication.

Enabling the extra security on your account takes just a few seconds and is something every Twitter user should activate. It may require you to take a few extra seconds to log into the service, but having a secure account is worth it.