GUIDE: USE THETIS KEY WITH PASSWORD MANAGER (Bitwarden Premium Illustration)

Improve Password Manager Security with Thetis FIDO2 Keys

A password manager securely stores and manages your passwords, allowing you to generate and retrieve complex passwords for various online accounts. However, relying on a master password still poses a risk. If your master password is compromised, all your stored accounts could be at risk.

With the Thetis FIDO2 Security Key, you can enhance the protection of your password manager through FIDO2 and U2F protocols. This guide shows you how to integrate Thetis FIDO2 Security Key with Bitwarden Premium, but the steps are similar for other password managers like 1Password and LastPass.

Step 1: Log In to Your Bitwarden Premium Account

First, open Chrome and visit the Bitwarden login page: vault.bitwarden.com. Enter your credentials to log in. Ensure you are subscribed to the Premium Plan, as security key integration is a premium feature.

Step 2: Access Security Settings

Once logged in, navigate to Settings and select Security from the side menu to manage your account's security settings.

Security Settings

Step 3: Enable Two-Factor Authentication

In the Two-step Login section, click Manage next to the 'Security Key' option to add your Thetis FIDO2 Key.

Enable Two-Factor Authentication

Step 4: Register Your Thetis FIDO2 Key

Insert your Thetis FIDO2 Key into your computer’s USB port and follow the on-screen instructions to register it as your two-factor authentication method.

Register Your FIDO2 Key

Step 5: Test Your Key

Log out of Bitwarden and then log back in to confirm that your Thetis FIDO2 Key is required for access. This ensures that the setup is working properly.

Optional: Enable Passkey for Easier Access

For a more seamless login experience, consider enabling the Passkey feature. This feature allows you to log in without using a password, relying instead on your Thetis FIDO2 Key for authentication. The Passkey option can be found in the Two-step Login section.

Enable Passkey

Getting Assistance

If you encounter any issues or have questions about setting up your Thetis FIDO2 Key with Bitwarden, consult the Thetis Support page. For Bitwarden-specific support, contact their customer service.

Important Security Tip

Always store your recovery codes in a secure location. These codes are crucial for accessing your account if your Thetis FIDO2 Key is lost or damaged.