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Topic: Local bitcoins.com login problem? (Read 1012 times)

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a.k.a. gurnec on GitHub
March 13, 2015, 09:50:55 AM
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I'd try logging in with the next few paper codes, and maybe a couple of the most recently used-up codes too.

If nothing works, you'll probably have to go through the two-factor removal process, which takes 2 weeks: https://localbitcoins.com/twofactor_reset_request/
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March 13, 2015, 06:31:28 AM
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Hiya, this is a technical question and it's about bitcoin, I guess it goes here, let me know if there is a place for better exposure.

Logging in to local bitcoins.com it accepts user and pass, I have a paper code system, I put in the correct 6 digit code I get the response of

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Check that the time of your authentication device is correct and try again. For Google Authenticator app you can find Time correction for codes option in Settings.

erm, I have been using for over three years and I never used a google auth app? I have contacted support through a ticket but they say I need to log in for them to address my problem, what a bunch of lemons!

I use firefox but have tried on a few other browsers, no luck, I have noticed a new feature, The picture that says if its a new location this picture will be different, But I have never seen this picture before, would a new update cause this? Is this a failed hack attempt with a off time phone app?

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