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Why Spendify uses email verification codes instead of passwords

Written by Junior Yono
Updated over a month ago

No passwords — by design

You might have noticed that Spendify doesn't ask you to create a password. That's not an oversight — it's a deliberate choice to make your account simpler and more secure.

How it works

Signing in to Spendify is straightforward:

  1. Enter your email address — the one associated with your Spendify account.

  2. Check your inbox — we'll send you a verification code within seconds.

  3. Enter the code — type it into Spendify, and you're in.

That's it. No password to remember, no password to type.

Why this is more secure than passwords

Passwords come with a lot of baggage. Here's why we went a different route:

  • Nothing to steal — Since there's no password stored anywhere, there's no password for hackers to steal in a data breach.

  • Nothing to reuse — Password reuse (using the same password across multiple sites) is one of the most common security risks. With no password, this risk disappears entirely.

  • Nothing to forget — No more "forgot password" headaches. If you have access to your email, you can always get into Spendify.

  • Nothing to guess — Weak passwords like "123456" or "password" can't be a problem if there are no passwords at all.

Each code is single-use and time-limited

Every verification code we send has built-in protections:

  • Single-use — Each code can only be used once. After you enter it, it's immediately invalidated.

  • Time-limited — Codes expire after a short window. If you don't use it in time, simply request a new one.

  • Unique — Each code is randomly generated, so it can't be predicted.

What if someone has access to my email?

Your email account is the key to your Spendify account, so it's important to keep it secure. We recommend:

  • Enabling two-factor authentication on your email account.

  • Using a strong, unique password for your email provider.

  • Enabling biometric unlock in Spendify for an extra layer of on-device security.

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