# Google’s Updated 2-Step Verification Adds Location & Device Info

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Google’s Updated 2-Step Verification Adds Location & Device Info

**Google** has introduced a significant enhancement to its **2-Step Verification** feature, aiming to strengthen account protection with improved transparency during sign-in attempts. This update enhances the **phone prompt** mechanism used to verify logins on both Android and iOS devices.

Previously, when logging into a Google account, users received a vague prompt asking if they were trying to sign in. While this acted as a basic security layer, it lacked detail—leaving users uncertain about the legitimacy of the activity.

The new update addresses this by displaying **specific information about the login attempt** , including:

- 🟢 **Location** of the attempt (based on the IP address)
- 🟢 **Time** when the sign-in occurred
- 🟢 **Device name or type** used during the attempt

This makes it much easier to **spot suspicious logins** at a glance.

📱 The update is compatible with both **iOS and Android** platforms. If you’re not seeing this added info yet, don’t worry—it’s being rolled out gradually and should be available to all users soon.

📖 Learn more from Google’s official announcement here:  
[Improved Phone Prompts for 2-Step Verification](https://gsuiteupdates.googleblog.com/2017/02/improved-phone-prompts-for-2-step.html)

This upgrade to Google’s security suite not only tightens protection but also gives users greater control and peace of mind—making it a must-know update for anyone managing sensitive information online.

**Happy learning!**