Have you ever wondered what does OTP stands for? You do know that it’s just an acronym for a meaningful function – right?
I’m going to discuss with you the meaning of OTP and where it is mostly used.
Apparently, the acronym is often used on Tumblr but we see the term mostly in banking systems.
Now, let’s have a look at what it means in banking.
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OTP stands for “One-Time Password”
The One-Time Password is a unique [number] code that can only be used once for internet banking.
The password is popular referred to as a One-Time-Pin in South Africa.
It’s a two-factor security feature banks use to authenticate legitimate users making online transactions. The pin will remain valid for a couple of minutes, depending on the institution and then later expire.
When entered incorrectly, the pin automatically resets.
How it works with an example
You want to pay someone or transfer some money online.
The OTP will be your final step in the process of making a banking transaction. When you confirm the payment, the one-time pin will be sent to your cellphone number for verification and validation.
The pin will be randomly generated for just a one-time transaction and must match that of the banking system to process successfully.
The best part?
The process of authenticating legitimate users via the OTP is slowly changing for the better.
FNB, a leading innovative bank in South Africa have changed the way they send otp. If you have a mobile app installed, they will verify the transaction with the app. It is the fastest and safest way to validate user information.
The problem
The thing is that the banking sector has witnessed a lot of fraudulent activities in the country. The one-time password is a great security feature that has helped millions of online bankers protect their transactions.
If, for whatever reason, you didn’t receive the otp verification code, please contact your bank immediately for further assistant.
