Turn off 2 step auth. For App Store?

I like protecting my Apple ID with 2 step authentication. I like that someone cant get in there and change major settings without using the 2step.
However, I DONT want it to require it for every single app purchase.
Is there a way to turn off 2-step authentication for app purchases, or at least turn it off for certain devices?
I like the feature, I just dont need it for the app store.

According to the following quote from Frequently asked questions about two-step verification for Apple ID - Apple Support you should not have to use it for every purchase -- only for a purchase from a new device. I have had 2-step turned on for quite a while but I don't make many purchases so I can't say that it is or isn't working as described in my case.
It requires you to verify your identity using one of your devices before you can take any of these actions:
Sign in to My Apple ID to manage your account
Sign in to iCloud on a new device or at iCloud.com
Make an iTunes, iBooks, or App Store purchase from a new device
Get Apple ID related support from Apple

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