recovery code
[rɪˈkʌvəri koʊd]
nounpl: recovery codes
código de recuperação
1. A unique alphanumeric code provided by a service to regain access to an account if the primary authentication method is lost or unavailable
Make sure to save your recovery codes in a secure location in case you lose access to your authenticator app.
Certifique-se de salvar seus códigos de recuperação em um local seguro caso perca o acesso ao seu aplicativo autenticador.
2. A backup code used in two-factor authentication (2FA) systems to verify identity
If you can't access your phone, you can use a recovery code to sign into your account.
Se você não conseguir acessar seu telefone, pode usar um código de recuperação para entrar em sua conta.
3. A security feature that allows account restoration without requiring the original password or authentication device
The platform generated ten recovery codes for emergency access purposes.
A plataforma gerou dez códigos de recuperação para fins de acesso de emergência.
This term has become increasingly important in Brazil and the USA with the rise of digital security and two-factor authentication requirements. In Brazil, banks and government platforms now commonly prompt users to save recovery codes. In the USA, tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and Apple emphasize recovery codes as critical security features. The term reflects a globalized tech culture where account security is paramount across both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
keep your recovery codes safe
lose access without a recovery code
generate recovery codes
store recovery codes securely
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