Bitwarden just launched a new authenticator app. Here’s what it means to users. | Bitwarden Blog
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Storing 2FA codes is just the beginning. Bitwarden aims to add defense in depth to authentication.

Bitwarden Authenticator is a standalone app that is available for everyone, even non-Bitwarden customers.

In its current release, Bitwarden Authenticator generates time-based one-time passwords (TOTP) for users who want to add an extra layer of 2FA security to their logins.

There is a comprehensive roadmap planned with additional functionality.

Available for iOS and Android

  • Simon Müller@sopuli.xyzEnglish
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    7 months ago

    To those that are confused about this:

    Bitwarden does indeed handle TOTP directly in the password manager, but only on paid accounts and only logged in.

    This is a completely offline app, separate from your existing Bitwarden account, that is entirely free.

    It might serve as an alternative to e.g Aegis to some.

      • Snot Flickerman@lemmy.blahaj.zoneEnglish
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        7 months ago

        No, they’re both ostensibly open source and standalone. I’m an avid Bitwarden Free user, but Aegis has been my go-to for a long time.

        If it’s a standalone completely offline app, like Aegis, I’m at a loss to what they could offer that is any different than what Aegis already offers.