In an increasingly-digital world, people use devices and technology for all sorts of things. Shopping, social media, finances, vacation planning, and everything in between. While increased accessibility to these outlets helps make things in our lives quick and convenient, having so much personal information online leaves us vulnerable to cyber criminals looking to make a quick buck.

Data breaches alone have exposed hundreds of millions of consumers to hackers, with almost 1.4 million complaints of identity theft in 2020 alone, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). That’s more than $3.3 billion stolen by identity thieves in one year!

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In our digital world, passwords are as much a part of our lives as Netflix and Amazon. Keeping information stored in dozens of accounts across the web can make it easier to stay on top of your finances, order a new pair of jeans, or even schedule a dentist appointment. Unfortunately, passwords can be relatively easy for scammers to hack, opening the door for identity theft, credit card fraud, and more. Here’s where multifactor authentication (MFA) comes into play. As a means of securing your information, MFA provides an extra layer of protection for your accounts and sensitive data. 

Here’s all you need to know about MFA, how it works, and why it’s an important step in protecting your information. 

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