Phone Verification

If you registered with a phone number, you need to verify it before accessing the platform. Phone verification uses SMS-based OTP (One-Time Password).

Verification Flow

Steps:

1. After registration (or when prompted), you are redirected to the Verify Phone page (/auth/verify-phone)
2. A 6-digit OTP is sent to your registered phone number via SMS
3. Enter the 6-digit code in the OTP input field
4. The form auto-submits when all 6 digits are entered
5. On success, your phone is marked as verified

OTP Details

Resending OTP

If you didn't receive the SMS or the code expired:

1. Click Resend OTP on the verification page
2. A new OTP is generated and sent via SMS
3. The previous OTP is invalidated
4. There is a 60-second cooldown between resend requests

Rate Limit: You can resend phone verification up to 3 times per 5 minutes.

Phone Number Input

If you are not authenticated (e.g., navigated directly to the verification page):

• You will see a phone number input field
• Enter your phone number to receive the OTP
• This is useful if you were logged out after registration

If you are authenticated:

• Your registered phone number is displayed
• OTP is automatically sent to that number

Verification for Phone Changes

When you change your phone number (from Account Settings):

1. A verification OTP is sent to the new phone number
2. Enter the OTP to confirm the change
3. Only after verification does the phone number update
4. Your previous phone number becomes unlinked

What Happens After Verification

1. Your phone_verified flag is set to true
2. Your account status updates to active (if all other requirements are met)
3. You are redirected to:
   • Profile Completion page (if required fields are missing)
   • Dashboard (if your profile is complete)

Troubleshooting