Should email verification links expire?

1. How long should email verification link last?
2. Should email verification expire?
3. How do email verification links work?
4. Why do activation links expire?

How long should email verification link last?

Answer. Both account verification emails and password reset emails expire after 24 hours. The verification email can be resent to the user, and the user can also request a new password reset email after it expires.

Should email verification expire?

There are several reasons why quick expiration of verification codes is the best practice. If protection with a verification code is deemed appropriate, it's safest to make it not only complex enough but also valid for minimum amount of time.

How do email verification links work?

Email verification is a service that identifies possible spam traps and other email address discrepancies before they're flagged by Internet Service Providers (ISPs) or Email Service Providers (ESPs) and cause permanent damage to your reputation.

Why do activation links expire?

For security reasons the activation link will expire after 48 hours. If this occurs, you can re-register, and then activate your account using the activation link in the new email.