Source: https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/otp-messages

# nylas otp messages

Show recent messages with OTP detection

Written by [Qasim Muhammad](https://cli.nylas.com/authors/qasim-muhammad) Staff SRE

Published February 13, 2026

Updated June 21, 2026

## What does nylas otp messages do?

The nylas otp messages command displays recent messages with OTP detection. It is part of the OTP (One-Time Password) commands, which retrieve OTP/verification codes from email automatically. Use --json for structured output in scripts and automation.

## Usage

```bash
nylas otp messages
```

## Flags

| Flag | Description |
| --- | --- |
| --limit int(-l) | Number of messages to fetch |
| --json | Output as JSON |
| --no-color | Disable color output |
| --verbose(-v) | Enable verbose output |
| --config | Custom config file path |
| --help(-h) | Show help for the command |
| --yes(-y) | Skip confirmations |

## Examples

The nylas otp messages command displays recent messages with OTP detection.

### JSON output for scripting

```bash
nylas otp messages --json
```

### Limit the number of results

```bash
nylas otp messages --limit 10 --json
```

## Troubleshooting

### Command not found or fails

Run `nylas auth config` and `nylas auth login` to authenticate first.

## Related commands

[nylas otp getGet the latest OTP and copy it to clipboard](https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/otp-get)

[nylas otp listList configured accounts](https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/otp-list)

[nylas otp watchContinuously watch for new OTP codes](https://cli.nylas.com/docs/commands/otp-watch)

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Run `nylas otp messages --help` for full help output.