Ask HN: Do you save 2FA “backup codes”?

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by FriedPickles • 6 years ago

7 5 6 years ago

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I'm going to guess you just got one from Docker Hub today, because I did too. I saved the code, alongside the password in my password manager, which itself already requires 2FA to open. Still, seems like it defeats some of the point of the security to store it in the same place as the password...

phillipseamore• 6 years ago

It's no longer a second factor when stored along with the password. I just write them down in a notebook with the name of the service (no usernames etc).

moxylush• 6 years ago

I save mine here: https://www.arcanus55.com/?trusted55=A55PV2

gabrielsroka• 6 years ago

Which app are you using?

Google Authenticator for Android, eg, will let you generate a QR code. Others can back up to the cloud.

ffpip• 6 years ago

Yes. I store them offline, in keepass or screenshots.

Ask HN: Do you save 2FA “backup codes”?

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