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Twilio™ Verification SDK: Android app SMS permissions & phone verification has never been easier

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Date Published
Author
Simon Thorpe
Word Count
732
Company Posts That Month
33
Language
English
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Summary

The Twilio Verification SDK for Android simplifies phone number verification by leveraging a new Google API that allows developers to automatically read and validate SMS messages without requiring long-term access. This approach addresses security concerns related to excessive app permissions, particularly in the context of online banking and other business apps using SMS-based two-factor authentication. The SDK provides an out-of-the-box integration with Google Play Services, automates phone number verification, reduces developer time, and offers a better end-user experience by allowing users to register and identify accounts using just their phone numbers. Twilio's partnership with Google enables the delivery of more timely and reliable SMS messages.

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