Topic: Newbie questions on 2-factor auth on MtGox using Android phone (Read 755 times)

<-- like that?

Yes, I seem more like a happy yellow face with a tongue sticking out 

You don't seem like a newbie at all

You can either use the QR code or type in the secret yourself.  But there are 2 very important things:
1)  Write down your secret code.  If your phone gets wiped you're SOL.
2)  Don't store anything on MtGox.  Only store BTC on your own computer or offline wallet

I can only tell you things about barcode. I have been using barcode readers for a year. Before using barcode readers, I think you need to know barcode types first. And there are many different barcode readers according to different barcode types and reading platform, like qr code reader for .net, code 39 reader for C#, etc. If you want to learn more, you can can google for this.

If you've got more questions, just ask them. =)

Thank you very much indeed 

Q1: No, Barcode is an app you need to download off Google Market.
Q2: You should enter your Secure Private Key which is found in your MtGox. Security Center.
Q3: I think scanning the barcode will do the job.
But if you added the account, you'll need to scan the barcode.
Q4: It's okay to use your current Gmail.
But if you want to create a new Gmail specifically for your MtGox. that would be fine too.
Q5: I don't think you do.
Let me know if you've got more questions.

Hello,

Newbie here asking for help setting up 2 factor auth on mtgox using a smartphone. A kind soul is kindly asked to help. The present state:

1. I have an account at Mtgox and want to add Google Authentication service in Mtgox in Security Systems.

2. I bought an Android phone 3 days ago.

3. I downloaded Google Authenticator into my phone and get the following sentences / commands on the phone after starting this app:

First screen

With 2-step verification , whenever you sign in to your Google Account you will need:
1. Your password (non-clickable)
2. A code that this app will generate for you (non-clickable)

Begin setup (clickable command which I click and arrive at):

Second screen that shows:

Add an account (non-clickable):
___________________
Manually add an account (non-clickable)
Scan a barcode (clickable; Q1: Is barcode reading app built-in Google Authenticator so that I do not need to download any other additional application?)
Enter provided key (clickable; Q2: Should I type Mtgosx's ''Auth Name'' or ''Standard Private Key'' or ''Secure Private Key''?)

Q3: Are ''scan barcode'' and ''add an account'' interchangable, meaning that performing any of the two will result in a success or do I need to both scan the barcode and enter the key?
_______________________
Available Google accounts (non-clickable)
[email protected] (clickable; Q4: is it advisable to create a new Google Account or is it okay if I use the existing one?)

Q5: Do I need to reveal my Google Account or this option is only for Gmail?

Thank you.