What is the mental model for Google account verification?
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I have a google account that has two devices associated with it, one Android and one iPhone. 2FA is enabled, and I have an authenticator associated as well. When accessing a Google service on a laptop that has not accessed that service before, Google sends 'Is this you' verification to only one phone (the Android phone that belongs to someone else), not to iPhone (mine). I'd like to get notifications on my iPhone as well. I have tried re-installing google apps, enabling notifications, background app refresh, and setting notifications on Wifi and cellular. The second issue is that it never asks me to log in using an authenticator.
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It seems like the issue lies in how Google handles device registration and 2FA notifications. Google's device registration is based on the device's association with the account and its usage history. When you log in to a Google service on a new device, it may send verification notifications to devices that have been recently active or have a history of accessing the service. To receive notifications on your iPhone, ensure it's registered as a trusted device and has a recent activity history. You can check the Google Account settings to manage trusted devices and review the account's 2FA settings to ensure that your iPhone is configured to receive notifications.
Key Takeaways
Check Google Account settings to manage trusted devices
Review 2FA settings to ensure iPhone is configured to receive notifications
Ensure iPhone has recent activity history with Google services
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