Message type for 2-Factor Authentication

App Settings › Main Settings › Security Settings · Updated 2026-07-09

This article explains the purpose and behavior of the Message Type for 2-Factor Authentication setting. This setting controls how a one-time verification code (pass code) is delivered to a user when the system requires an extra confirmation step before completing certain sensitive actions. It works the same way for both K-12 and Higher Education institutions.

What this article covers

• What This Setting Does
• Where It Is Used
• Business Logic / Behavior
• Example(s)
• When to Use
• Notes

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More in Main Settings

• New users must change password at first login
• Password Expiration Policy
• Password Strength Policy
• Use User Mobile – Phone number as First Time Password instead of the random number
• Show First Password to Staff
• Use 2-factor authentication for relatives at forgot password process
• Employee receiving notification for unsuccessful forgot password request
• Unsuccessful message for 2-factor authentication

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