This simple mechanism helps ensure that the person logging in is the real account owner, reducing the risk of shared credentials and unauthorized access.

Why use Email Login Verification?

On many Joomla websites, user accounts are shared between multiple people. This is common on membership platforms, online learning websites, client portals and download areas.

By requiring access to the user's email inbox during login, this extension helps prevent account sharing and improves overall access control without requiring external authenticator apps.

How it works

The user enters their username and password in the Joomla login form.
A verification code is generated.
The code is sent to the user's registered email address.
The user enters the verification code.
Access is granted only after the code is validated.

Main features

Email-based login verification
Lightweight and easy to install
No external authenticator apps required
Helps reduce account sharing
Compatible with Joomla 5+

Free and Pro Edition

The extension is available in both Free and Pro editions.

The Free version provides a simple and effective way to add email verification during login. The Pro edition offers additional configuration options for websites that require more advanced control.

More information and documentation are available on the official Plus4J website.