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multi-step verification

[/ˈmʌlti stɛp vɛrɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounpl: multi-step verifications
verificação em múltiplas etapas
1. A security process requiring a user to complete two or more authentication steps to verify their identity before gaining access to an account or system
Multi-step verification adds an extra layer of security to your online accounts.
A verificação em múltiplas etapas adiciona uma camada extra de segurança às suas contas online.
2. A method of confirming user identity through sequential verification methods, such as passwords, security codes, biometric data, or physical tokens
The bank requires multi-step verification including a password and a one-time code sent via SMS.
O banco exige verificação em múltiplas etapas, incluindo uma senha e um código único enviado por SMS.
Synonyms
two-factor authenticationmulti-factor authenticationMFAtwo-step verification3FA (three-factor authentication)
Antonyms
single-step verificationone-factor authenticationpassword-only authentication

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
verificação em múltiplas etapas
Most common term in Brazil for security authentication processes
São Paulo
autenticação em múltiplas etapas
Alternative terminology used in tech sector
Portugal
verificação em várias etapas
Preferred term in European Portuguese
General Brazilian
autenticação de dois fatores (2FA)
Abbreviated form commonly used in tech documentation

Related Idioms & Phrases

second line of defense
belt and suspenders approach
layered security
think before you click
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