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'''2-Step Verification''' is a method of securing an account by prompting players with an additional six digit code after logging into [[Wildstar]]. |
'''2-Step Verification''' is a method of securing an account by prompting players with an additional six digit code after logging into [[Wildstar]]. |
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* Character [[Title]]: Certifiably Certified |
* Character [[Title]]: Certifiably Certified |
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* Costume Piece: [[Cybernetic Eyepatch]] |
* Costume Piece: [[Cybernetic Eyepatch]] |
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| + | * Mount: [[Retroblade Mount]] |
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==Setting up 2-Step Verification== |
==Setting up 2-Step Verification== |
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# Download and install the latest [http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17851 Microsoft .NET Framework 4]. |
# Download and install the latest [http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=17851 Microsoft .NET Framework 4]. |
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| − | # Download and unzip [ |
+ | # Download and unzip [http://winauth.com/download/ WinAuth]. |
| − | # Click the '''Add''' button and then select ''' |
+ | # Click the '''Add''' button and then select '''Authenticator'''. |
# Name the Authenticator. |
# Name the Authenticator. |
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# Log in to your Wildstar Account on the official site. |
# Log in to your Wildstar Account on the official site. |
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# Copy the code from the web page into the Secret Code box in WinAuth. |
# Copy the code from the web page into the Secret Code box in WinAuth. |
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# Copy the verification code in WinAuth to the '''Code''' section of the web page. |
# Copy the verification code in WinAuth to the '''Code''' section of the web page. |
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| − | # Click '''OK''' in WinAuth to save the Authenticator. Adding a password to WinAuth is optional. |
+ | # Click '''OK''' in WinAuth to save the Authenticator. Adding a password to WinAuth is optional but recommened. |
# An email confirmation will be sent once the 2-Step Verification has been added. |
# An email confirmation will be sent once the 2-Step Verification has been added. |
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# After logging in to Wildstar, you will now be prompted for an additional six digit code. This is entered by clicking on the buttons on the screens instead of typing with the keyboard. |
# After logging in to Wildstar, you will now be prompted for an additional six digit code. This is entered by clicking on the buttons on the screens instead of typing with the keyboard. |
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# Log in to your Wildstar Account on the official site. |
# Log in to your Wildstar Account on the official site. |
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# Under the Account Security section, click on '''DEACTIVATE''' under 2-Step Verification. |
# Under the Account Security section, click on '''DEACTIVATE''' under 2-Step Verification. |
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| − | # This takes you to the 2-Step Verification page. Click '''DEACTIVATE''' again and 2-Step Verification is now deactivated. |
+ | # This takes you to the 2-Step Verification page. You must (now) enter the 6 digit verification code. Click '''DEACTIVATE''' again and 2-Step Verification is now deactivated. |
==External links== |
==External links== |
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* [https://account.wildstar-online.com/security/twoFactorAuth 2-Step Verification page on wildstar-online.com] |
* [https://account.wildstar-online.com/security/twoFactorAuth 2-Step Verification page on wildstar-online.com] |
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| + | * [http://www.wildstar-online.com/en/news/protect-your-account-with-2-step-verification/ Protect your account with 2-Step Verification on wildstar-online.com] |
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* [https://www.google.com/landing/2step/ Google 2-Step Verification] |
* [https://www.google.com/landing/2step/ Google 2-Step Verification] |
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Latest revision as of 16:57, 23 February 2017
Two-Step Verification prompt
2-Step Verification is a method of securing an account by prompting players with an additional six digit code after logging into Wildstar.
Benefits
- Progression Boosts: 2% Increase to Experience, Renown, and Prestige gain
- Character Title: Certifiably Certified
- Costume Piece: Cybernetic Eyepatch
- Mount: Retroblade Mount
Setting up 2-Step Verification
Smartphones
- 1. Log in to your Wildstar Account on the official site.
- 2. Under the Account Security section, click on ADD next to 2-Step Verification.
- 3. Download and install the smartphone app:
- 4. In Google Authenticator, tap the "pencil" symbol, then the "plus" symbol, and then select either Scan Barcode or Manual Entry.
- If you choose Scan Barcode, use your mobile device's camera to scan the barcode (QR) on the screen. You can rename the Account later if you want.
- If you choose Manual Entry, make sure that Time Based is selected and enter the Key in the Code section. Be sure to name the Account something you can remember!
- 5. An email confirmation will be sent once the 2-Step Verification has been added.
- 6. After logging in to Wildstar, you will now be prompted for an additional six digit code. This is entered by clicking on the buttons on the screens instead of typing with the keyboard.
PC Application
For players that do not have a smart phone, a desktop authenticator can be used.
- Download and install the latest Microsoft .NET Framework 4.
- Download and unzip WinAuth.
- Click the Add button and then select Authenticator.
- Name the Authenticator.
- Log in to your Wildstar Account on the official site.
- Under the Account Security section, click on ADD next to 2-Step Verification.
- Copy the code from the web page into the Secret Code box in WinAuth.
- Copy the verification code in WinAuth to the Code section of the web page.
- Click OK in WinAuth to save the Authenticator. Adding a password to WinAuth is optional but recommened.
- An email confirmation will be sent once the 2-Step Verification has been added.
- After logging in to Wildstar, you will now be prompted for an additional six digit code. This is entered by clicking on the buttons on the screens instead of typing with the keyboard.
Disabling 2-Step Verification
- Log in to your Wildstar Account on the official site.
- Under the Account Security section, click on DEACTIVATE under 2-Step Verification.
- This takes you to the 2-Step Verification page. You must (now) enter the 6 digit verification code. Click DEACTIVATE again and 2-Step Verification is now deactivated.