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Kanhaiya Bharti

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Why would any developer or product manager will choose to hide the OTPs while typing? I noticed this on GST portal of India.

Yogesh Jamdade

Stealth • 3m

It's difficult to pinpoint the exact reason the GST portal hides OTPs without consulting the developers directly. However, security is the most likely reason. Hiding OTPs prevents shoulder surfing, a common tactic where someone steals your code by lo

Kanhaiya Bharti

Stealth • 3m

That's a new term I learnt. Thank you. But then, why there are numerous websites not hiding it?

Yogesh Jamdade

Stealth • 3m

Don't know exactly but I think it can also be frustrating to type and confirm. Another reason I think is they might believe users are already aware OTPs are confidential and shouldn't be shared. This can create a simpler interface without sacrificing security for most users, as long as users practice good online hygiene.

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