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Re:Ask HN: How do you start over with 2FA after losing your ... by goosedragons on Tuesday March 07, 2023 @09:43AM (#35055853)
How long is the pin code that can be used to log-in into your phone and likely must be used when you restart it? 4-6 digits?
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Re:Ask HN: How do you start over with 2FA after losing your ... by konha on Tuesday March 07, 2023 @10:23AM (#35056321)
Use a long passphrase and unlock via biometrics.

Disable biometrics when handing the phone to somebody else or even remotely (e.g. mark as lost via “find my”).

Good compromise of usability and security.

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