Turn on two-step verification for a Google account

The outline

1. 1Open Google Account security
2. 2Choose 2-Step Verification
3. 3Verify the phone
4. 4Add an authenticator app as backup
5. 5Save recovery codes

Why this matters

This is one of the tasks people most often put off or pay someone else for. Once you've done it with a guide beside you, you can do it alone next time. Every session is recorded, so you can rewatch the exact clicks.