Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is a method of securing an account that requires the user to confirm their identity using two different methods. This can be a combination of a password (the first factor) and an additional code that is sent to a phone or generated by a special application (the second factor).
This method is used to enhance the security level of accounts, protecting them from unauthorized access. Even if the password becomes known, an additional level of verification is required to log into the account.