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PIN authentication

[/pɪn ɔːˌθɛntɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounpl: PIN authentications
autenticação por PIN
1. A security process that verifies a user's identity by requiring them to enter a Personal Identification Number (PIN), typically a 4-6 digit code.
PIN authentication is required to access your bank account online.
A autenticação por PIN é necessária para acessar sua conta bancária online.
2. A method of identity verification commonly used in ATMs, point-of-sale terminals, and digital devices.
The ATM uses PIN authentication to ensure only authorized users can withdraw money.
O caixa eletrônico usa autenticação por PIN para garantir que apenas usuários autorizados possam sacar dinheiro.
Synonyms
PIN verificationPIN-based authenticationnumeric authenticationpassword authentication
Antonyms
biometric authenticationpasswordless authentication

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
autenticação por PIN
Most common usage in Brazil for banking and digital services
São Paulo
autenticação por PIN
Standard usage in financial technology sector
Portugal
autenticação por PIN
Used in Portuguese banking and digital security contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

enter your PIN
verify PIN
multi-factor authentication with PIN
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