Microsoft_Autofill

Microsoft Autofill

Microsoft Autofill

Password management software

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,[3] and a browser extension on Google Chrome.[4] 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.[5] 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]

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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.[6]

See also

References

  1. [1]
    "Simplify and secure your life with Microsoft's autofill solution for passwords". Windows Experience Blog. 5 February 2021. Archived from the original on 16 June 2022. Retrieved 22 December 2022.
  2. [2]
    "Microsoft Autofill". Retrieved 5 December 2023.
  3. [3]
    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. Retrieved 6 February 2023.
  4. [4]
    Nayan (5 February 2021). "Microsoft releases "autofill password" feature & extension for Microsoft Authenticator app & Google Chrome". WinCentral. Retrieved 22 December 2022.
  5. [5]
    Lance Whitney. "How to use Microsoft Authenticator as your password manager". ZDNet. Retrieved 8 May 2023.
  6. [6]
    "Common questions about the Microsoft Authenticator app - Microsoft Support". support.microsoft.com. Retrieved 22 December 2022.
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