Define: SMS Code

The meaning of “SMS Code” differs based on where it is used. We list many below, then combine them into one or more market-standard definitions.

How is SMS Code defined in a legal contract?

  • SMS Code means a code which is sent via SMS to a mobile device of an authorized user. Seen in 27 SEC filings.
  • SMS Code means a unique 6-digit code transmitted to a mobile number for signing or authorizing transactions. Seen in 10 SEC filings.
  • SMS Code means a code which is delivered through SMS to a mobile phone of an authorized user. Seen in 7 SEC filings.
  • SMS Code means a single-use code conveyed as a text message to validate specific actions performed in a web service. This code can only be utilized once. Seen in 3 SEC filings.
  • SMS Code means a confidential, single-use six-character combination of numbers required to confirm the signing in or signature. This code is supplied via SMS as a means of identification. Seen in 3 SEC filings.
  • SMS Code means a confirmation code sent by SMS to the customer's specified phone number. The confirmation code is one method for the user's identification and to confirm instructions sent via electronic channels to a platform. Seen in 1 SEC filing.
    Please note that the term SMS Code is universally defined as a form of two-factor authentication where a numerical code is sent to a mobile device. This code is used to verify the user's identity to access an online service. The actual definition and usage may vary depending on the context or specific agreement.

Note: The Genie AI Legal Assistant pulled this data out of the SEC EDGAR Database of 500,000 records from the past 22 years of filings. We regularly update this page as new filings and definitions come in.

Search EDGAR for 'Definitions of sms code' yourself to verify these results. We are always keen to point people to source documents.

Which definition should you use?

🤔 Our AI Legal Assistant has combined and improved the above descriptions to create market-standard 'Genie definitions' below, with guidance on which documents and which industry to use for each.

Genie Definition 1

SMS Code means a unique code sent via SMS for validating authorized actions.

Relevant Contract Type

Relevant Circumstances

  • Signing up for a new online service.
  • Verifying account information.
  • Authorizing a digital transaction or action.

Relevant Sectors

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SMS Code means a unique code sent via SMS for validating authorized actions

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