A Yoush PIN is an alphanumeric code or code used to help you recover your account if you lose or move your device. PIN codes also support features such as non-phone number based identifiers and can be used as registration keys.
Advantages of Yoush PIN:
- Helps you recover your account if you lose or move your device
- Supports non-phone number based identifiers
- Can be used as a registration key
- Your data is stored securely, with no server side involved
Disadvantages of Yoush PIN:
- Chats cannot be recovered
- Yoush doesn’t know your PIN so it can’t reboot or restore it for you
- If you forget your PIN and have activated the registration lock, you will not be able to access your account for up to 7 days
Notes when using Yoush PIN:
- Remember your PIN or store it in a safe place
- If you forget your PIN, you can reset it using your phone number
- If you have enabled a registration key, you will need to enter your PIN to access your account
How to create a Yoush PIN:
- You can create a PIN when you sign up for a Yoush account or in your account settings. To create a PIN, follow these steps:
- Open the Yoush app.
- Tap the profile icon.
- Click Settings.
- Tap Account.
- Tap Create PIN.
- Enter your PIN.
- Re-enter your PIN to confirm.