Again -- Codex client auth forces WhatsApp code to a dead number — but ChatGPT/Codex web log in fine
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June 21, 2026
Hi @OpenAI_Support / Jordan — same issue here, and it confirms this isn’t fully fixed. My earlier thread (Case 09491223) was auto-closed, but the problem just resurfaced for me too: my existing Mac session still works, but signing in on a new laptop (fresh client auth) again forces a WhatsApp/SMS code to my dead +44 number via auth.openai.com, with no way past it. Could you apply the same per-account mitigation to my account (Case 09491223)? Glad to provide exact timestamps + client details. Thanks
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