Validate TOTP Token (without creating a credential)
Last edited 39 days ago
TOTP Validation with Function Node
This template allows you to verify if a 6-digit TOTP code is valid using the corresponding TOTP secret. It can be used in an authentication system. The inputs need to be:
- a base32 totp secret (String)
- a 6 digits code (String)
++Important:++ The 6-digit code must be in text format. If the code starts with zeros and is treated as a number, it could cause validation issues.
The function node will generate a 6-digit code from the TOTP secret, then compare it with the provided code. If they match, it will return 1
otherwise, it will return 0
.
Example usage:
- You retrieve the user's TOTP secret from a database, then you want to verify if the 2FA code provided by the user is valid.
Setup Guidelines
You only need the ==TOTP VALIDATION
== node.
==You will need to modify lines 39
and 40
== of the node with the correct values for your specific context.
Testing the Template
You can define a sample secret and code in the EXAMPLE FIELDS
node of the template, then click "Test Workflow"
.
If the code is valid for the provided secret, the flow will proceed to the true
branch of the IF CODE IS VALID
node. Otherwise, it will go to the false
branch.
You may also like
New to n8n?
Need help building new n8n workflows? Process automation for you or your company will save you time and money, and it's completely free!