Google to Replace SMS Authentication with QR Codes

Google to Replace SMS Authentication with QR Codes for Gmail Authentication
In an attempt to improve user privacy, Google's Gmail has decided to replace SMS authentication with QR codes.
Gmail will soon switch away from SMS codes in favor of QR codes (Updated: More details)
Gmail will soon ditch SMS codes for two-factor authentication, and use QR codes instead. This will reduce the impact of global SMS abuse.
Google to Introduce QR Codes for Gmail Authentication, Phasing Out SMS
Google is gearing up to replace SMS text messages with QR codes for account authentication in Gmail. This strategic shift is part of Google’s efforts to enhance the security and efficiency of its two-factor authentication system.
Google says it wants you to sign into Gmail with QR codes, not SMS
Google confirmed today (Feb 24) that it will soon fade out its SMS code sign-in method for Gmail in favor of QR codes. The company says QR codes will offer a little more robust security as SMS codes are more prone to "phishing." Google reiterated the same sentiment during its first introduction of passkeys for personal accounts.
Why Gmail is replacing SMS codes with QR codes - and what it means for you
First, QR codes eliminate the numeric authentication code, so there's no code for a scammer to intercept or exploit. Second, they're not dependent on any anti-abuse or anti-SMS swapping protections that may be in place with your mobile carrier.
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