Software:Microsoft Autofill
| Developer(s) | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Initial release | February 5, 2021[1] |
| Platform | Chrome, iOS, Android[1] |
| Available in | 41 languages |
| Type | Password manager |
| Website | Chrome Web Store |
| As of | 12 June 2023 |
Microsoft Autofill is a password manager developed by Microsoft. It supports multiple platforms such as Android, iOS, and Google Chrome browser. It is a part of Microsoft Authenticator app in Android and iOS,[2] and a browser extension on Google Chrome.[3] It stores users' passwords under the user's Microsoft Account. It can import passwords from Chrome and some popular password managers or from a CSV file.[4] In Microsoft Authenticator app, it requires multi-factor authentication to sign in which provides an additional layer of security. The passwords are encrypted both on the device and the cloud.[1]
Features
- Multi-factor authentication (through Microsoft Authenticator mobile app)
- Import from competitors
- Export to CSV file
- Save credit card information
Security
The Microsoft Authenticator app requires biometric or device passcode as extra security. The passwords on the device are encrypted, and encryption/decryption keys are not stored and are always generated when needed. Passwords are decrypted only when a user wants to see the password or the password is filled out automatically. Passwords are synced over an SSL-protected HTTPS connection.[5]
See also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Simplify and secure your life with Microsoft's autofill solution for passwords". 5 February 2021. https://blogs.windows.com/windowsexperience/2021/02/05/simplify-and-secure-your-life-with-microsofts-autofill-solution-for-passwords/.
- ↑ Still, Jennifer (8 January 2021). "What is Microsoft Authenticator? Here's what you need to know about the two-factor authentication app that can secure your online accounts". Business Insider. https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/tech/what-is-microsoft-authenticator.
- ↑ Nayan (5 February 2021). "Microsoft releases "autofill password" feature & extension for Microsoft Authenticator app & Google Chrome". WinCentral. https://thewincentral.com/microsoft-releases-autofill-password-feature-extension-for-microsoft-authenticator-app-google-chrome/.
- ↑ Lance Whitney. "How to use Microsoft Authenticator as your password manager" (in en). ZDNet. https://www.zdnet.com/article/how-to-use-microsoft-authenticator-as-your-password-manager/.
- ↑ "Common questions about the Microsoft Authenticator app - Microsoft Support". https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/account-billing/common-questions-about-the-microsoft-authenticator-app-12d283d1-bcef-4875-9ae5-ac360e2945dd.
External links
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