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How to recover from a WordPress 2FA lockout

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Using 2FA to secure your WordPress website is by far one of the best security measures you can take. It adds an additional layer of security while being very easy to set up. Furthermore, it has a proven track record of stopping the vast majority of login-based attacks, such as brute-force attacks. While many WordPress administrators have already implemented 2FA, several still shy away from this technology. A major reason for this is the misconception about lockouts.

In this article, we will be looking at preemptive steps you can take to avoid lockouts. We will also look at what you can do if you’ve been locked out due to a loss of the 2FA device or a service outage.

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