Quick Tips
- Go to Facebook’s “Find Your Account” tab, then pick “Email or mobile number,” “Search,” “Try another way,” and “Continue.”
- Try requesting the security code once more using a different laptop or mobile web browser.
- Wait for Facebook to reply after sending an OTP text from your registered mobile phone to 32655 (FBOOK).
Simple Fixes:
- Wait a while: Facebook servers may get overloaded with user queries and take longer to provide a verification code. If so, give it a few minutes before accessing your email inbox or messages.
- Examine the spam or archive folder: Your email provider may occasionally classify some emails as spam and place them in the Spam folder. Check your email program’s Spam and even Archive folders for the Facebook security code to make sure this isn’t the case.
- Verify the status of the Facebook server: You won’t get a verification code if Facebook servers are having a bad day. You can look up Facebook on Downdetector. You will have to wait for Facebook to resolve any server problems that have been identified.
- Turn off your VPN: Facebook occasionally asks for a verification number to verify your identity after detecting a different IP address. Try logging into your Facebook account again after disconnecting your VPN on your laptop or phone.
Use WhatsApp to Receive the Verification Code
You can request a verification code on WhatsApp rather than your email if you use the same phone number for both your Facebook and WhatsApp accounts. If you are unable to get the security code or do not currently have access to your email account, this can be helpful. Here’s how to accomplish it.
Step 1: Use any web browser to access Facebook’s Find Your Account page.
Step 2: Click Search after entering the email address or phone number linked to your Facebook account.
Step 3: Click Try another way if Facebook asks you to send a code to your email.
Step 4: Click Continue after choosing WhatsApp from the list of alternatives, if it is accessible.
Look for the code on WhatsApp, then follow the on-screen directions to log back into Facebook. This method can also be used through a mobile browser.
Try Using a Different Mobile Browser or Device
For a variety of reasons, you may occasionally experience problems getting the security code on a certain device. Try requesting the security code from Facebook again using a different device, such as a laptop or mobile browser, to be sure this isn’t the case.
Send an SMS to request the code.
You can also send an SMS to Facebook support or request a new code if you have Facebook texts set up. Simply send an OTP text message from your registered cellphone number to 32655 (FBOOK). To get in touch with Facebook support, text HELP to 32655 (FBOOK) and watch for a response.
How to Use an Authenticator App to Get Around Facebook Verification Codes
After receiving a security code and gaining access to your Facebook account, you should use the authentication app to set up two-factor authentication, or 2FA. By doing this, you can lessen the likelihood that you will ever be locked out. Here’s how to accomplish it.
Step 1: Click Menu after opening Facebook. Tap on Settings after expanding Settings & Privacy.
Step 2: Select Security and Password. Choose Make use of two-factor authentication.
Step 3: Click “Continue” after selecting the “Authentication app” option.
To configure 2FA using a third-party authenticator, adhere to the on-screen directions. When necessary, you can transfer the 2FA to any other phone if you set it up using the Microsoft Authenticator app.