authentication code

[ɔ.θen.tɪ.ˈkeɪ.ʃən koʊd]
nounpl: authentication codes
código de autenticação
1. A unique string of characters or number generated to verify the identity of a user or device during a login or transaction process
Please enter the authentication code sent to your phone to complete the login.
Por favor, insira o código de autenticação enviado para seu telefone para completar o login.
2. A security credential used in two-factor authentication to prevent unauthorized access
The authentication code expires after 30 seconds for security purposes.
O código de autenticação expira após 30 segundos por razões de segurança.
3. A temporary or one-time password used to confirm identity in digital transactions
Check your email for the authentication code to reset your password.
Verifique seu email para encontrar o código de autenticação para redefinir sua senha.
In both Brazil and the USA, authentication codes have become essential in digital culture due to increased cybersecurity concerns. Brazilian tech companies and banks commonly refer to 'código de autenticação' or 'código de segurança'. This terminology is widely understood among internet users across all age groups in both countries. The use of authentication codes is mandated by law in financial transactions in both nations.
NYC Slang
auth code (informal abbreviation)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
verification codesecurity codeone-time passwordOTPpasscode

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
código de autenticação
Most common and standard term used in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
código de autenticação
Standard usage, sometimes informally called 'código de segurança'
São Paulo
código de autenticação
Preferred in tech industry; may also hear 'código de verificação'
Portugal
código de autenticação
Standard term; also 'código de verificação' is commonly used

Related Words

two-factor authenticationbiometric authenticationpasswordtokenverification

Related Idioms & Phrases

enter the authentication code
receive an authentication code
verify with an authentication code
two-factor authentication code
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