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Your Google accounts doesn't meet the 2-step Verification requirements

Modified on: Wed, May 6, 2026 3:59 PM


Google 2-Step Verification Lockout

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Important

If you did not complete the setup for Google 2-Step Verification (2FA) within 30 days after you first logged in to your Google account, you will be locked out.

Screenshot showing a Google 'Couldn't sign you in' error message, indicating a lockout due to 2-Step Verification requirements.

Why This Happened

To protect your account and university data, Wake Forest requires all accounts to enable Google 2-Step Verification.

How to Regain Access

Please contact IT Support; we’ll verify your identity to assist you in regaining access to your Google account.

Contact Us

IT Service Desk – The Bridge


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