verification code
[vər-ɪ-fɪ-ˈkeɪ-ʃən koʊd]
nounpl: verification codes
código de verificação
1. A unique sequence of numbers, letters, or alphanumeric characters sent to a user to confirm their identity or authenticate access to an account or service
I received a verification code via SMS to complete my account registration.
Recebi um código de verificação por SMS para completar meu registro de conta.
2. A temporary security token used in two-factor authentication processes
Enter the verification code from your authenticator app to log in.
Digite o código de verificação do seu aplicativo autenticador para fazer login.
3. A code provided by a service provider to validate ownership of an email address or phone number
Check your email for the verification code to confirm your new address.
Verifique seu email para o código de verificação para confirmar seu novo endereço.
In Brazil, verification codes are increasingly common for banking, social media, and e-commerce transactions due to growing cybersecurity awareness. The term 'código de verificação' is standard across all major platforms and financial institutions. In the USA and Portugal, similar security practices are standard, with 'verification code' being the primary English term and 'código de verificação' the Portuguese equivalent. This reflects global digital security standards.
Related Idioms & Phrases
enter your verification code
request a new verification code
verification code expired
resend verification code
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