OTP Is The Backbone Of A Strong Online Security

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Ok friends, today's topic is very vital to online security. You can simply say: it is one of the 2 backbones of your digital security. In fact, HkGoodkH would go one step ahead to state that foolproof security of your accounts and online payment would be an elusive dream in its absence. 

Oh! by now, you must be very curious to know about the security gem. Well, wait no further. 

We are talking about the OTP or one-time password. The same OTP along with the 2 Factor Authentication is considered by HkGoodkH as the backbone of online security. 

That is why HkGoodkH always recommends in the posts and tweets 'Never to share your OTP' and 'Turn On 2 Factor Authentication'. Let's dive into the depth of OTP. 

What Is OTP

OTP is simply a one-time password, you receive on your registered digital devices such as mobile phones. After receiving, you have to enter it for verification in the website OTP box. One time means it can be used only once for a transaction or login session. After that, it expires and becomes invalid. Time is also an important factor in deciding the OTP expiry. If OTP is time-based and you enter it after the expiry, the OTP won't work. Then, you have to request a new one. 

So, friends, OTP is a form of 'dynamic password'.The common password you create is 'static'. 

OTP is also a 2-factor authentication.

Benefits Of OTP

Friends the fact - 'the OTP is one time, has expiry tag and is dynamic password' - makes it a very solid security feature in itself. It is very difficult for a hacker to access OTP. Even if we assume: he has somehow gained access to it, we can safely say by the time he uses the OTP, it becomes invalid. So unless you reveal your OTP, it is next to impossible for a hacker to get access to it. Now you know why HkGoodKh says - never to share OTP.

From the security point of view what makes the OTP standout is the fact it may turn out to be a ' standalone lifesaver of your account '.If a hacker manages to get hold of your account information like login id and password, there is nothing he can do. Why? Because only you know the OTP sent to your device. So all the hard work of the hacker fails and he would be left scratching his head. 

So, friends, you are all safe whether you do online payment or access your online accounts.

Receiving OTP is a smooth process. If you do not receive OTP instantly, you can wait for few seconds or request for a new one.

Also, most trusted service providers such as Google have developed their own authentication app. The best thing about such apps is these generate offline OTP codes. We highly recommend you download the apps. These are highly secure. Plus, you do not have to wait for the OTP if during the process, occurs some delay due to a technical glitch.

But friends to enjoy all these benefits of OTP, you must first turn on 2-factor authentication. After that, register your device and mobile number to receive OTP and to download the OTP authentication app.

OTP would secure you for sure despite a weak level password. But do create a strong password to maintain the highest security standards. So friends, today we have provided some more good online tips on OTP. Go and apply these tips now. Thank you!