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Dealing with OTPs (One-Time Passwords)

When creating a Vault that contains credentials for systems requiring multi-factor authentication (MFA), such as bank accounts or other secure platforms, you can include clear instructions in the Vault Data to guide your trusted contacts on how to retrieve the OTP.

Example

Bank of Dubai Username: jhomy123 Password: Passw0rd!

OTP Instructions: The OTP will be sent to the email: jhon.myler@mail.com. Email password: qwerty1234

Best Practices for Handling OTPs

Provide Clear Instructions: Ensure the Vault Data includes detailed steps for retrieving the OTP, such as which email or phone number will receive the code and any credentials needed to access it.

Test the Access: Before finalizing the Vault, confirm that a trusted user can successfully follow the provided instructions and access the shared resource. This ensures everything works as intended.

Responsibility of the Vault Owner: It is the owner’s responsibility to verify that all the necessary details for accessing OTP-protected accounts are correct and complete.

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