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November 27, 2023
Question

Is Unlock with Windows Hello more secure when I have the same password for my account and 1Password?

  • November 27, 2023
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Is Unlock with Windows Hello more secure when I have the same password for my account and 1Password?


1Password Version: Latest
Extension Version: Latest
OS Version: Windows 22H2
Browser: Chrome

3 replies

AliH1P
1Password Employee
November 28, 2023

Hey @Maldroid, thanks for reaching out.

To make sure I fully understand the situation, are you referring to using the same password for your Windows/Microsoft account and 1Password?

Ali

November 28, 2023

@AliH1P Yes, I have the same password (technically a pin but with letters and symbols) for my windows account.

AliH1P
1Password Employee
November 28, 2023

Hey @Maldroid, thanks for clarifying.

We would strongly recommend against reusing your 1Password account password for any other system or service. That would include your Microsoft/Windows account.

That said, having the same password here wouldn't make unlocking 1Password with Windows Hello more or less secure.

Let me know if you have any further questions.

Ali