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Multi-factor Authentication

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SafePass encrypts your passwords, identities, notes, and cards with your master password. If your master password is ever compromised, an attacker can access your entire SafePass vault. To add an additional layer of security, you should configure MFA (Multi-factor authentication). The easiest method of MFA is TOTP (Time-based one time passwords). TOTP is typically a 6 digit numeric key that rotates every 30 seconds. When MFA with TOTP is enabled, you will be required to enter your master password and the one-time code.

TOTP

The 2 most popular TOTP applications are Google Authenticator and Authy. Download either one of those applications prior to enabling MFA.

Enable MFA

Two-step login can permanently lock you out of your account. It is very important that you write down and keep your two-step login recovery code in a safe place in the event that you lose access to your authenticator app.

  1. Log into you web vault at https://safepass.dev
  2. Click Settings in the top navigation bar, then click Two-step Login from the side menu
  3. Select the Manage button for the Authenticator option and then type in your master password to continue
  4. Follow the steps that appear
    • Download an authenticator app (usually on your mobile device). We recommend Authy.
    • Scan the QR code with the app.
    • Enter the verification code from the app
  5. Click the Enable button. A green alert will appear at the top stating that two-step login has been enabled
  6. Click the Close button and confirm that the Authenticator option now shows as Enabled