Never give a verification code to a stranger. 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.

message. Scammers are now trying to make you prove who you are in a multi-step scam. They'll send you a text message with a six-digit Google Voice verification code and ask you for that code.

Then, they contact you, claiming they found your pet, and send you a six-digit verification code. The scammer asks you to provide the code back to them to prove your identity.

Download the official "iCloud Passwords" extension for Chrome. Windows users also need the iCloud for Windows app. You must enter a six-digit verification code whenever you launch Chrome, after ...

It’s easy to secure your WhatsApp account with a six-digit PIN, so we’d suggest setting one up as soon as you get the chance. Then, if your SMS code ever falls into the wrong hands, they won ...