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Maldroid's avatar
Maldroid
New Contributor
2 years ago

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

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

  • AliH1P's avatar
    AliH1P
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    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

  • Maldroid's avatar
    Maldroid
    New Contributor

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

  • AliH1P's avatar
    AliH1P
    Icon for 1Password Team rank1Password Team

    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