TRAI’s new rules:-Under these rules, telecom operators such as Airtel, Vodafone-Idea, and Reliance Jio will have to ensure that all messages, especially OTPs, are sent from verified and authentic sources only. Know about it? 
TRAI’s New Rules:-If you use a mobile phone, then you must have heard about OTP (One-Time Password). This is the code that is sent to ensure the security of your account in banking, e-commerce, social media, or any other online service. OTP is an important security measure, but now due to the new rules of TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India), millions of mobile users may face problems in receiving OTP.
What are the new rules of TRAI?
TRAI has directed telecom companies like Airtel, Vodafone-Idea and Reliance Jio to ensure that all messages (SMS) come from a verified source. Its purpose is to prevent fake OTP, spam messages and fraud.
Main goal: Prevent fake messages and ensure the safety of users.
What will change?: Telecom companies will have to identify the source of every SMS. If the message is not from the right source, it will be blocked.
Deadline and impact
TRAI has given operators time till December 1, 2024 to implement these rules.
If telecom companies are not ready by this deadline, OTP messages may be delayed or they may stop completely.
This problem can be seen more in sectors like banking, e-commerce and social media.
Preparation till November 30
TRAI plans to warn all companies by November 30. After this, fake or illegal messages will be blocked from December 1.
How will it affect you?
Delay in getting OTP: There may be a delay in OTP while doing banking transactions, login, or online shopping.
Service may be interrupted: If a message is not validated, it may be blocked, which may disrupt your essential service.
What can you do?
To avoid these problems, it is very important to take some measures:
1. Enable two-factor authentication
Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA) to protect your online accounts.
This adds another security layer along with OTP, making your account more secure.
2. Avoid phishing and spam
Do not click on any unknown number or suspicious link.
Avoid downloading fraudulent apps.
Ignore unknown messages in your email and messages.
3. Keep the device safe
Use strong passwords and change them from time to time.
Keep the software of your phone and other devices updated.
Use good security apps, which provide protection against viruses and spam.
Why are TRAI rules necessary?
Cases of fake OTP and spam messages have increased in recent years.
Risk of fraud: Money can be stolen from the bank account using fake OTP.
Spam and annoying messages: These are not only unnecessary but can also be dangerous for the security of the device.
This move by TRAI is to prevent all these problems, but in the initial stages it may cause some trouble for the users.
The new rules of TRAI will strengthen our digital security in the long run. However, telecom operators may take time to implement them, which may lead to delay in essential services like OTP. You can make your online experience safe and hassle-free by adopting the measures mentioned above.