Overview
Email code verification sends a 6-digit verification code to an email address at the domain you're verifying. This proves you have access to an active email account on that domain.
When This Method Is Used
Email code verification is offered when:
- Your account email matches the domain you're adding, but Smart Verification conditions aren't fully met
- You manually select the "Email" tab in the verification modal
- The domain supports email verification (not a restricted type)
Step 1: Enter an Email Address
In the verification modal, provide a valid email address at the target domain. For example, if you're verifying company.com, you can use:
The email must end with @yourdomain.com — addresses on other domains will be rejected.
Step 2: Check Your Inbox
Verusight sends an email containing your 6-digit verification code. The email comes from Verusight's notification system and includes:
- The domain being verified
- Your 6-digit code
- A note that the code expires in 15 minutes
Check your spam/junk folder if you don't see the email within a few minutes.
Step 3: Enter the Code
Type the 6-digit code into the verification form and click "Verify". If the code matches and hasn't expired, your domain is immediately verified.
Resending the Code
If you didn't receive the code or it expired:
- Click "Resend Code" to generate and send a new code
- The previous code is invalidated when a new one is sent
- Each new code is valid for 15 minutes
Restrictions
Email code verification is not available for certain domain types:
.edu(educational institutions).gov(government agencies).mil(military organizations).ac(academic institutions)
For these domains, use DNS TXT Verification or File Upload Verification.
Rate Limits
To protect against brute-force attacks, email code verification has a rate limit of 5 attempts per 15 minutes per domain. If you enter an incorrect code too many times, you'll need to wait before trying again.
Troubleshooting
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Code not received | Check your spam folder. Ensure the recipient email address exists and can receive external mail. |
| Code expired | Click "Resend Code" to get a new one (valid for 15 minutes). |
| "Email verification is not available for this domain type" | The domain is .edu, .gov, .mil, or .ac. Use DNS or file verification. |
| "Email must end with @yourdomain.com" | You entered an email that doesn't match the domain you're verifying. |
| "Too many attempts" | Wait 15 minutes before trying again. |
Related Articles
- Smart Verification — instant verification for matching email domains
- DNS TXT Verification — verify using DNS records
- Verification Troubleshooting — comprehensive troubleshooting guide