Most of us are dreaming of a glorious passwordless future.
Today, the company confirmed: Dashlane is the first credential manager to eliminate the Master Password.
At least, that feature will only be available to new users.
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With the initial release, passwordless login is available on all new personal plan accounts for both iOS and Android devices.
After you've created an account, you can use your trusted device to log into Dashlane from any other web or mobile device.
The passwordless option is just that - an option; current users can stick with the standard master password if they choose.
For current users, said Dashlane, passwordless login will be rolled out during the coming year.
Nearly all password managers today require users to unlock their vaults with a master password.
Once unlocked, those users have full access to the passwords within.
This approach is not without problems: Users may employ a weak master password, or that master password may find its way into the wrong hands.
On top of that, having to type a master password can slow down the process.
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Passwordless login is a great way to prevent unwanted eyes from watching you type your password into your device.
It's far more secure than traditional master passwords and is also easier to use.
To use passwordless login, you set it up with a device-specific PIN. Once this vault unlock method is set up, you won't have to bother typing your master password to unlock your account.
The unique key encrypts the Dashlane vault and stores it locally on the device.
This Cyber News was published on www.zdnet.com. Publication date: Wed, 13 Dec 2023 15:13:37 +0000