No one should ever ask you for a six-digit verification code — not a stranger on social media, not tech support, not even your bank. If someone does, end the conversation and block their number.

There’s no situation where you should share a six-digit verification code — not even with customer service or tech support. If someone asks you for your code, it's likely a scam.

For example, you might get a text message or email with a six-digit code that you must enter when you log into your bank account. This extra level of protection keeps scammers and hackers out.

Google Messages gets the QR code key verification feature. However, it is currently in beta, meaning a wide availability ...

Six-digit verification codes are a form of two-factor authentication, a process that helps keep your important online accounts secure. For example, you might get a text message or email with a six ...

Thank you. 3) Use two-factor authentication. While you're securing your phone, let's lock down your Google services as well. The best way of doing this is with Google's own two-factor authentication.

Again, email verification support doesn't mean you'll be able to use username/password combinations to get into WhatsApp. But it offers you another way to receive six-digit verification codes.