It helps. I try to use an authenticator app whenever possible, but use a Google Voice number if a service requires SMS-based auth. The trick is to not forward t

It helps. I try to use an authenticator app whenever possible, but use a Google Voice number if a service requires SMS-based auth. The trick is to not forward the texts to another cell number. You can either view them using the Voice web interface, or forward them to your Gmail on the same account. Then lock that Google account down as much as possible. I use Advanced Protection (https://landing.google.com/advancedprotection/ https://landing.google.com/advancedprotection/). This is WAY more secure than using T-Mobile or another cell provider's SMS.