passcode

noun

pass·code ˈpas-ˌkōd

plural passcodes

: a sequence of numbers and/or letters that is required for access to something (such as a system, device, or building)

forgot his phone's passcode

… two men used a passcode to enter an apartment building … and then began stealing packages …—

News-Star (Chicago, Illinois)

broadly : password sense 1b

If you want to make your passcode even more secure, try using our recipe for a code with special characters instead of a simple number-based solution. —

Rob Lefebvre

Season ticket members will be provided unique passcodes to their season ticket accounts. —

Mike Coutee

Examples of passcode in a Sentence

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While some smartphones can be passcode unlocked using advanced cell phone forensic tools, others remain encrypted or physically inaccessible, posing challenges in investigations. —

Lars Daniel, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024 Another instance allegedly involved the passcode on Adams’ personal cell phone. —

Eric Levenson, CNN, 26 Sep. 2024 The only way to access this folder is by using Face ID, Touch ID or a passcode. —

Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 19 Sep. 2024 Enter your passcode and agree to the terms and conditions. —

Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 22 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for passcode