My PS4 data deleted itself.

[CWegzz]

aLkaLiNE said:

CWegzz said:

 

I didn't realize it was on rest mode since I always make sure to completely shut down the PS4.  My brother used the PS4 before me so and he always just leaves it on rest mode.

Also, what is 2-factor authentication?

Doesn't the light glow in rest mode? I never really use it since I don't see much difference between that and just fully powering down.

 

2-factor authentication is a secondary security layer for your PSN account that makes it so you have to enter a code sent to your cell phone anytime you log into your PSN account from a device that isn't your primary ps4 or saved devices. So for instance, if someone had obtained your log in info for PSN, they STILL wouldn't be able to log in without having that code, which is generated and sent to you on the fly each time a new "device" wants to log into your account. It is hands down something you need to go do right now.!You might not visit NeoGAF, but there are plenty of horror stories about people not having 2FA enabled and getting hacked. Between that and a thumb drive memory card, you'll be in good shape.

There is an orange light that glows when it's in rest mode, but my PS4 was in a cabinet, so I didn't see it on.  Also, thank you for the help.  I'll definitely set that up.