If SMS is not encrypted, why do companies send 2FA over text instead of email or something else?

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Couldn’t someone intercept the text and get into my account?

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Companies still use it as it is less technically challenging for them and for many users. I disable 2FA via SMS whenever I have a more secure option. Though as mentioned it is better than nothing.

The funny thing, many bank services have worse security options compared to a lot of other services like gaming (twitch, Xbox, etc), and social media (Reddit, Facebook).

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