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How to set up Overwatch 2 SMS Protect
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How To Set Up SMS Protect on Overwatch 2

Use SMS Protect to play Overwatch 2.
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Kristina Ebanez
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Published: Oct 4, 2022 09:37 pm

Blizzard Entertainment’s SMS Protect program provides players with a new system that can send account notifications to their mobile devices. So, to help you with this latest debut, we’ll show you how to set up SMS Protect for Overwatch 2’s launch. But first, we’ll explain this program to showcase eligibility requirements and what this feature offers.

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What Is SMS Protect in Overwatch 2? Answered

The security system called “Battle.net SMS Protect” protects your account by removing damaged/lost Authenticators and recovering your account name. In addition, users can turn on mobile device text alerts to receive messages of any unusual account activity and help reduce disruptive behavior within the community.

There are certain games on Battle.net that require you to enter your phone number to play, including Overwatch 2, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II, and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. However, keep in mind that there are some restrictions for some players that have pre-paid network providers or VOIP numbers. For instance, messaging apps like iMessage or WhatsApp cannot be used with SMS Protect and will prohibit users from playing these games.

Setting Up SMS Protect on Overwatch 2

If you do meet the requirements of having the right phone plan, here is what you can do to set up SMS Protect for the latest release of Overwatch 2:

  1. Log in to your Battle.net account.

    You can log in to your account to add your phone number or follow the instructions on Battle.net.Setting up SMS Protect

  2. Enter your phone number in Account Details.

  3. Type the security code.

    When you enter your phone number, a text message will be sent to you with the security code.

  4. Check Account Overview to see if your phone number was verified.

Once you are done with the SMS Protect account creation, you can start playing Overwatch 2. It should be noted that users can only use their phone number with one Battle.net account. You can also submit a ticket if you lose your phone or want to remove the associated phone number from your account.

So there you have it, this is how to set up SMS Protect for Overwatch 2. While you are here, you can check out the relevant links below to see more content about the game and view any of our guides, such as how to get Kiriko, the Story Mode release date, and all microtransactions prices.

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Kristina Ebanez
Kristina is a Staff Writer and has been with Twinfinite for more than a year. She typically covers Minecraft, The Sims 4, Disney Dreamlight Valley, anime, Call of Duty, and newly released games. She loves the Metal Gear Solid series (Snake Eater especially), Rockstar's Bully, the Horizon franchise, What Remains of Edith Finch, and many more. Her dog is also an avid video game watcher, primarily when there's a horse or a cat. She has a Bachelor's degree in English from the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and grew up gaming on the islands.
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