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# Email Verification

This enhances security by confirming the user's contact information through a one-time password sent to their email. This step helps to ensure that the contact details provided by the user are valid and accessible.

* Add `Email Verification` step into the flow canvas at the appropriate position in the flow.
* Click on `Email Verification` to open its configuration options:

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<table data-header-hidden><thead><tr><th width="244.55078125"></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>OTP (One Time Password)</strong></td><td>Enable this option to send the OTP to the user's email address. This feature adds an additional layer of security to the email verification process.</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Number of attempts</strong></td><td>Configure the number of attempts for the user to retry. </td></tr><tr><td><strong>Verification Validity Period</strong></td><td>This setting defines how long a successful verification result remains valid. Enforce re-verification after a defined time window for security or compliance needs.</td></tr></tbody></table>

These settings allow you to adjust the Email Verification step according to your security requirements and user experience preferences.

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