Hi ​@maniastrat 

One-time codes (OTCs) are a new feature on Strava intended to increase the security of your account while keeping the login process easy.

OTCs provide an increased level of security in several different ways:

• Time-limited validity: OTCs generated on Strava are only valid for 5 minutes. This brief window of opportunity significantly reduces the risk of unauthorized access, even if the code is intercepted.
• Single-use nature: After a single use or upon expiration, the code becomes invalid, rendering it useless for future login attempts.
• Dynamic generation: OTCs are generated dynamically, making it nearly impossible to predict the next code.
• Protects against common attacks: Protects against replay and brute force attacks as well as provides resistance against phishing attacks.
• Reduces password fatigue: Athletes don’t need to remember complex passwords. Those who do not use unique passwords are prevented from using the same password across multiple internet services.

We hope that the introduction of OTCs on Strava is the first of several new features which provide increased security and login options. We definitely appreciate your feedback and will ensure it is provided to our team.

As an alternative to logging in with a one-time code, you can connect your Google account to Strava to enable the “Sign in with Google” login option. If your GMail email address is already associated with your Strava account, use the “Sign in with Google” login option to connect your accounts. Further details about how to connect your Google account to Strava can be found on our Help Center: Connecting Strava to Facebook and Google.

Thank you!