One-time code

What it means

One-time codes help protect accounts, but scammers ask for them to take over accounts or approve actions.

Example

A caller says they need the code that just arrived on your phone to verify your identity.

Warning signs

• You receive a code you did not request.
• Someone asks you to read a code out loud.
• The request comes with pressure or confusion.

Safer next steps

• Do not share one-time codes.
• Deny login prompts you did not start.
• Change your password if you shared a code.