Paypal Security Key !

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  1. #1
    I found this new banner today at Paypal:

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    When clicked on it I reached here
    and when clicked order security key (costing $5 ) I got the below message.

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    Can anybody help me here. ? any of you ordered for a security key? If yes how is it? Is it available internationally?
     
    dotcompals, Oct 5, 2007 IP
  2. reachpradeep

    reachpradeep Well-Known Member

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    i also got same message. but i try to contact paypal thru phone and they said that this feature is currently available only for US paypal account.
     
    reachpradeep, Oct 6, 2007 IP
  3. getjimmy

    getjimmy Prominent Member

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    Yes even i contacted them 2 months back and they told its only available for US and Canada members.
     
    getjimmy, Oct 6, 2007 IP
  4. dotcompals

    dotcompals Prominent Member

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    O.. OK. Hope this security key will soon be available internationally. Looks like this is a cool feature.
     
    dotcompals, Oct 6, 2007 IP
  5. Philvault

    Philvault Active Member

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    One of the banks back here in the Philippines has already that feature. Could be a good feature if you don't like to change your password forever.
     
    Philvault, Oct 6, 2007 IP
  6. Brennan

    Brennan Notable Member

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    It seems to be available for Australia now, I'm guessing its available internationally now :)
     
    Brennan, Nov 26, 2007 IP
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    himanuzo Well-Known Member

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    I hope the security key will be a standard of PayPal's security in future time for all transactions of US and International.
     
    himanuzo, Nov 26, 2007 IP
  8. MiCCAS

    MiCCAS Guest

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    Ordered mine about a week or so ago, still hasn't arrived. It's a great idea! Australia by the way :)
     
    MiCCAS, Nov 26, 2007 IP
  9. n3o_the_on3

    n3o_the_on3 Well-Known Member

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    It looks cool but what will it do? Any idea??
     
    n3o_the_on3, Nov 26, 2007 IP
  10. deluxdon

    deluxdon Catch Me If You Can...!!!™ Staff

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    Q - How does the PayPal Security Key work?

    A- The PayPal Security Key creates an account access code by using a complex algorithm that's unique to your key. When you enter that code after you log in with your user ID and password, our secure servers can verify your identity more securely. This helps prevent unintended or unauthorized users from logging in to your PayPal account.

    Note: The token battery should last up to three years.

    Hope above info helps you to understand :)
     
    deluxdon, Nov 26, 2007 IP
  11. Pervert-For-Life

    Pervert-For-Life Banned

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    what security the SecurityKey will provide?
     
    Pervert-For-Life, Nov 27, 2007 IP
  12. MiCCAS

    MiCCAS Guest

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    Basically it allows protection when you login. Normally you just put in your username and password and it logs in, however with the security key you have to use your username and password, then enter your unique code from the security key (which is uniquely generated every 30secs).
     
    MiCCAS, Nov 27, 2007 IP
  13. thenetninja

    thenetninja Peon

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    #13
    got mine a week ago. Works a treat and adds that extra layer of security on top of my 12 bit passwords =)
     
    thenetninja, Nov 27, 2007 IP
  14. Pervert-For-Life

    Pervert-For-Life Banned

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    but if someone hack a account, then will they not get the security key? where will they generate the key for the user?
     
    Pervert-For-Life, Nov 27, 2007 IP
  15. thenetninja

    thenetninja Peon

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    the random 6 digit code generated is related to the device assigned to you. When you activate the security key you need to enter a unique barcode to your device in order to activate.
     
    thenetninja, Nov 27, 2007 IP
  16. dotcompals

    dotcompals Prominent Member

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    when it will be available in India, ? Anybody has any information on this?
     
    dotcompals, Nov 27, 2007 IP
  17. Doctorlove

    Doctorlove Well-Known Member

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    Several banks in US and Europe use such a system. Its a device where you login, and it gives you the code you need to enter for login to your paypal account.. I have 3 such devices for 3 of my Norwegian bank accounts.
    Basically it makes it next to impossible for anyone to get into your account, as this key code ( of several digits)
    keep changing...

    A very good tool i must say...
    I will get it for my paypal account also...

    DL
     
    Doctorlove, Nov 27, 2007 IP