Automatic payment without 2 factor authentication

sixtwosue
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Hi,

I have my account setup to require 2-factor authentication on my phone.  Last night I ordered two items for my daughter on her laptop.  The first purchase required my 2-factor authentication.  20 minutes later the second purchase did not require my 2-factor authentication.  She was able to complete the purchase without my assistance.  Big problem! 

The 2-factor authentication code says that it is valid only for 10 minutes.  What is going on?

Thanks,
Susan

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PayPal_Celeste
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Moderator

Hello @sixtwosue,

 

Thank you for your post, and welcome to the Community! I can certainly understand your concerns with the second purchase not requiring 2Factor Authentication. From what you've described, it may be possible for One-Touch to have been activated. One-Touch would allow you to skip log-in for a specific device. I'd recommend reviewing the following Help Center article for more details on What is One Touch, which will include information on how to remove it from your account/device. I hope this helps!

 

Take care,

 

- Celeste S.

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sixtwosue
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Hi Celeste,

Thank you so much!  I think that did the trick 😉

Susan

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