A minor annoyance of the Paypal security key is that it introduces a second login screen for your six-digit code. Did you know you can skip the secondary screening?

Simply append your six-digit security key code to your password when you login. Shazam, you’re in.

A handy tip for those who enjoy shaving off needless seconds. — BEN POPKEN

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