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Gmail introduces one-tap copy feature for 2FA codes

By Technology Desk September 21, 2026 AI & Digital Life, Technology & Telecom
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SAN FRANCISCO: Gmail has introduced a new feature designed to make it easier for users to access two-factor authentication codes when signing in to online accounts.

According to a report, the feature, called Copy Code, is being rolled out for Gmail users on Android and iOS devices.

Two-factor authentication, or 2FA, is widely used to add an extra layer of security to online accounts. However, users receiving verification codes through Gmail typically have to open the email, find the code and copy it before returning to the account they are trying to access.

The new feature is designed to simplify that process. With the Copy Code shortcut, a 2FA verification code can appear directly in the phone’s notification area, allowing users to copy it with a single tap and paste it into the relevant account.

The feature reportedly works with verification emails from multiple online services.

For now, the Copy Code feature is available on mobile devices and has not been introduced to Gmail’s web version, according to the report.