Why backup codes matter
Lost devices and authenticator resets block access unless backup codes are stored securely and retrievable.
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MFA Backup Codes Explained
Backup codes are recovery credentials—they deserve the same protection as passwords.
Storage anti-patterns
Avoid email, chat threads and unencrypted wiki pages. Use a vault with audited retrieval.
Related: Credential management
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