TOTP (Time-based One-Time Password)

TOTP (Time-based One-Time Password) is a security method that generates a unique, temporary code used to verify your identity. It combines a secret key (shared between you and the service) with the current time, producing a code that changes every 30 seconds or so. This code is used alongside your password to ensure you're the authorized user. Because the code changes regularly and is synchronized with the server, it provides strong protection against unauthorized access, even if someone steals your password. TOTP enhances security without requiring you to remember complex passwords or carry additional hardware.