From this Thursday onwards, companies will have a reinforced two-factor authentication system to access the Social Security portal.
This functionality, which aims to “reinforce the security and protection of its users’ personal data” is now available to citizens, who can use it optionally and will become mandatory from May 12th.
In the case of companies, double authentication will be available from today, and will also become mandatory from May 12th.
“This measure aligns the Social Security portal with the best international cybersecurity practices and aims to guarantee robust protection against unauthorized access”, says a note published on the institute’s website on January 14.
Two-factor authentication is a security method that requires two forms of verification to confirm the user’s identity before granting access.
Therefore, in addition to the password, you must enter a temporary code on the Social Security portal that will be sent to one of the validated contacts: cell phone or email.
In this sense, Social Security asks citizens and companies to validate contacts “so that the transition is smooth and to avoid interrupting their access to the Portal when the obligation comes into force” and activate double authentication.
“Prior activation allows you to validate and confirm your security contacts (email and cell phone) in a timely manner, ensuring that they are correct and up to date”, he adds in the same note.
Since July 9, 2025, the Finance portal also has a reinforced authentication system for taxpayers to access their personal page, by sending an SMS with a verification code.
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