What is 2-step verification?

PayPal’s 2-step verification (two-factor authentication) gives you an extra layer of security when accessing your account. You can set up 2-step verification using an authenticator app (like Google authenticator and Microsoft authenticator.) 

Here's how to set up for 2- step verification for your mobile phone:

1. Go to Profile Settings.
2. Click Log in and Security on the left of the page.
3. Click Update to the right of "2-step verification."
4. Choose how you’ll get your code by selecting "Use an authenticator app."
5. Click Set it Up and follow the steps on the screen.