Hello Creators,

To provide a safer environment, we will be implementing measures to strengthen our account security authentication system.

We are continuously reviewing the various feedback you have provided regarding account security and we are exploring various measures to ensure safer account management. Through this update, the security requirements for two-factor authentication (2FA) SMS verification will be further strengthened.

Please see the details below for more information.

Global Account Security Enhancement Update

1. Maintenance Schedule

UTC: Thursday, May 14 at 1:00
PDT (UTC -7): Wednesday, May 13 at 18:00
KST (UTC +9): Thursday, May 14 at 10:00

2. Details

Enhancement of Account Security Verification System.
- * For accounts with SMS verification enabled that do not have a valid mobile phone number registered, access to certain features (such as World Play, cashout, and avatar product registration) may be restricted. Please refer to the guide below for more details on SMS verification.
- ➡️ [Setting up SMS Verification]

3. Impact

Window/Mac
- Temporary disconnections from World Play may occur following maintenance.
  - * If you are currently connected to a World, a reconnection pop-up may appear intermittently.
  - * If reconnection fails, you will be redirected to the MapleStory Worlds app main screen.

Thank you,
The MapleStory Worlds Team