STEP 2: Choose a compatible Webservice you want to protect.
To enhance account security with Thetis Security Keys, begin by identifying compatible services. Today, hundreds of websites support Passkey and FIDO protocols, enabling seamless integration with Thetis keys. Additionally, many services utilize two-step authentication through OTP apps, which are also compatible with Thetis Security Keys for added protection.
Step 3: Identify the Security Option & use case
When setting up your Thetis Key with various services,
follow these steps to identify compatible security options that works with Thetis Key's FIDO, PASSKEY & TOTP features
1. Access Security Settings
In each account, navigate to security settings or two-factor authentication (2FA) options.
2. Look for Hardware Security Key Options
Check for: “Add Security Key,” “Use FIDO Key,” or “Enable Passkey Login”. Those options will work with Key's FIDO Passkey Features.
3. Look for 2-step Authenticator App Options
This is TOTP feature. The QR codes can be stored on your Thetis Key, accessible via the Thetis Key Manager or Thetis Authenticator app on your mobile device.
4. Security Option Examples
FIDO2 two-factor authentication, Passkey passwordless login, TOTP authenticator storage, and password manager integration to protect master passwords, offering comprehensive, streamlined account protection.
Step 4: Set up Security Option for Each Use case
After identify your security use case, follow the corresponding guide below to complete your Thetis Key Registration.
1. Passwordless Login (Passkey Functionality)
Use your Thetis Key as a passkey to authenticate without passwords on supported services.
Passkey Deployment Guides
2. FIDO2 2FA Authentication
Strengthen your account security by adding two-factor authentication (2FA) using FIDO2 technology.
FIDO 2FA Deployment Guide
3. TOTP 2FA Code Storage
Store 2FA TOTP seed on physical keys access 6-digit OTP securely with Thetis APP instead of Google Authenticator.
TOTP 2FA Deployment Guide
4. Secure Password Manager
Pair your Thetis Key with password managers like 1Password, LastPass, or Bitwarden to manage your passwords securely.
Thetis with Password Manager Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is an extra layer of security used to ensure that people trying to access an online account are who they say they are. First, you enter your password, and then you're required to provide a second form of verification, such as a security key like the Thetis FIDO2 Key. This makes it much harder for hackers to gain access, even if they have your password.
The Thetis FIDO2 Security Keys is a physical device that enhances the security of your online accounts. It supports advanced authentication protocols like FIDO2, providing strong protection against phishing and account takeovers. By requiring physical access to the key for login, it ensures that your accounts are secure even if someone steals your password.
If you lose your Thetis FIDO2 Key, you won’t be locked out of your accounts as long as you have a backup method set up, such as a Spare Key or an alternate two-factor authentication method (e.g., an authenticator app or SMS code). It’s important to act quickly by disabling the lost key in your account settings to prevent unauthorized access.
Yes, having a Spare Thetis FIDO2 Security Key is highly recommended. Just like you would keep a spare house or car key, having a backup ensures you can still access your accounts if your primary key is lost or damaged. Setting up both keys at the same time gives you continuous access and peace of mind.
