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posted Jun 3, 2019 11:54:14 AM

How do I get the verification code, required for verification, sent to my phone instead of an email address?

Can I get the email verification code sent to my phone as a text message instead of to my email address?

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Jun 3, 2019 11:54:16 AM

Yes. To get your verification code sent as a text, you have to select that option in your account settings. You will need to sign into your account and then:

To get your verification code sent as a text, you have to select that option in your account settings. You will need to sign into your account and then:

  1. Select Intuit Account on the bottom left
  2. On the Account Settings page select the Security tab 
  3. Select Two Step Verification and turn it on, if it is turned off
  4. Enter your mobile number or select the pencil to edit your mobile number and choose Text Message under 
    How should we contact you?
  5. Continue to consent to changes

If you are having trouble getting the emailed code, follow the instructions in the FAQ below.
https://ttlc.intuit.com/replies/4576376