How to get recovery code for zoho mail

To get a recovery code for Zoho Mail, follow these steps:

Method 1: Using the Zoho Mail Web Interface

  1. Log in to your Zoho Mail account using your email address and password.
  2. Click on your profile picture or initials in the top right corner of the page.
  3. Click on "Settings" from the dropdown menu.
  4. Scroll down to the "Security" section.
  5. Click on "Recovery Codes" under the "Two-Factor Authentication" section.
  6. Click on "Generate Recovery Codes" to generate a set of 10 recovery codes.
  7. Save these codes in a safe place, as you'll need them to recover your account if you lose access.

Method 2: Using the Zoho Mail Mobile App

  1. Open the Zoho Mail mobile app on your device.
  2. Tap on the three horizontal lines () in the top left corner of the screen.
  3. Tap on "Settings" from the menu.
  4. Scroll down to the "Security" section.
  5. Tap on "Two-Factor Authentication" and then "Recovery Codes".
  6. Tap on "Generate Recovery Codes" to generate a set of 10 recovery codes.
  7. Save these codes in a safe place, as you'll need them to recover your account if you lose access.

What are Recovery Codes?

Recovery codes are a set of 10 unique codes that can be used to recover your Zoho Mail account if you lose access due to a forgotten password, device loss, or other issues. These codes are generated using a time-based one-time password (TOTP) algorithm and are valid for a limited time (usually 30 seconds).

How to Use Recovery Codes

If you need to recover your Zoho Mail account, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Zoho Mail login page and click on "Forgot Password".
  2. Enter your email address and click on "Next".
  3. Select "Recovery Code" as the recovery method.
  4. Enter one of the recovery codes you generated earlier.
  5. Click on "Next" to complete the recovery process.

Remember to keep your recovery codes safe and secure, as anyone with access to these codes can recover your Zoho Mail account.