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Backup Codes

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备用验证码

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Also known as: recovery codes, one-time backup codes

Last updated August 9, 2026

Definition

Backup codes are single-use codes issued when you enable MFA so you can still sign in if you lose your authenticator or phone.

Real-World Example

Printing MFA backup codes and storing them offline is safer than keeping only SMS as a fallback.

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