Two-step verification is now available in selected countries

A two-step ID verification is now available in Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Italy and Spain.

The new verification is a n optional feature which boosts security of you Apple ID.  In order to verify your identify it is essential first to proove it using one of your devices. Then you will be able to sign in to My Apple ID and manage your account, "make an iTunes, App Store, or iBooks Store purchase from a new device, and get Apple ID-related support from Apple."

The countries that are now have access to two-step verification are the following: Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Spain, United Kingdom, United States.

To set up two-step verification:
● Go to http://appleid.apple.com/
● Select “Manage your Apple ID” and sign in.
● Select “Password and Security.”
● Under Two-Step Verification, select Get Started and follow the onscreen instructions.