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Yubico [yubico.com] has offer Buy two YubiKey 5 Series keys, get the third YubiKey 5 NFC for FREE.
Offer Terms: Customer must add the YubiKey 5 NFC to cart; the key is not automatically added. Discount is automatic in cart. Redeem at yubico.com only. Standard shipping and handling rates apply. Cannot be combined with other offers or coupons. Not valid for resale. No cash back. No cash value. Offer valid through March 31, 2020.
YubiKey 5 Series keys:
- YubiKey 5 NFC
- YubiKey 5 Nano
- YubiKey 5Ci
- YubiKey 5C
- YubiKey 5C Nano
https://www.yubico.com/store/worldbackupday
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I find the 5 NFC more supported than the other. Most notably, LastPass does not support the 'Security Key' Series.
Other things I like about the 5 NFC is what the OATH tokens (tokens generate one-time--HOTP-- passwords that change every 30 sec) are stored in the key. That is, this key is the security factor that you have (what you have) and opposed to an Authentication App, if you change phones they token is still in your key, not lost in the old app on phone. (It's not a huge deal, but resetting all the tokens after phone change is a pain for me.)
Finally, I like that fixed static password you can load into it. In this case it can be a complex set of characters (up to 32), but the cool thing is that it acts as a USB keyboard. Plug in the 5 NFC key , touches the button sensor, and it will spit out the 32 (or less) digits. This is handy in places were application are not running. For example, a laptop with a HDD password. That is a BIOS screen and this key should work there.
To be clear, you can only store one static password in key.
Finally, if you are getting multi keys you should buy them at the same time. They are not cloneable, (you can't back the key up or 'see' the token once it is stored) but at the time you first store the token you can store it in more than one key. If you do that, then one key will work in the other key's place.
https://www.yubico.com/products/c...ts-series/
Otherwise, how is this any different?
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This is a good way to do two factor authentication (2FA) which is important for protecting your accounts.
This is a good way to do two factor authentication (2FA) which is important for protecting your accounts.
I have one old one that came free with a WIRED sub,
but have been waiting until I buy a spare.
I have had these in my Amazon cart for awhile,
The original is $20 and the 5's are $45,
same as Yubico direct.
Free shipping, so $90 cash out.
Not sure I need this. But I want it.
Indeed, put 3 in cart and the free one is indicated.
I have one old one that came free with a WIRED sub,
but have been waiting until I buy a spare.
I have these in my Amazon cart,
The original is $20 and the 5's are $45,
same as Yubico direct.
So maybe worthwhile, free shipping, so $90 cash out.
Not sure I need this. But I want it.
https://www.yubico.com/products/c...ts-series/
https://www.yubico.com/products/c...ts-series/
I have simple needs, so maybe the blue one works...
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I primarily use it to secure my gMail eMAIL account as a 2FA item, and it has worked quite well.
Only comment I have is if you want to buy something like this, you need to buy at least two of them -- one to use, and one as backup key (stored at a secure location). The "Backup" key will be used in case you happen to lose your primary key, so you're not "locked out" of your account access.
And also print out a set of "backup codes" and store it safely... Google will allow you to generate a set of one-time-use codes for "Real emergencies".
I really would like to jump in on this deal, but at this time I think I will pass for now, as this is a "nice to have" item for the moment -- but if you need it, you need it.
I have one old one that came free with a WIRED sub,
but have been waiting until I buy a spare.
I have had these in my Amazon cart for awhile,
The original is $20 and the 5's are $45,
same as Yubico direct.
Free shipping, so $90 cash out.
Not sure I need this. But I want it.
Indeed, put 3 in cart and the free one is indicated.
I have the 5 NFC and the cheaper one they call simply Yubico Security Key (Series).
I find the 5 NFC more supported than the other. Most notably, LastPass does not support the 'Security Key' Series.
Other things I like about the 5 NFC is what the OATH tokens (tokens generate one-time--HOTP-- passwords that change every 30 sec) are stored in the key. That is, this key is the security factor that you have (what you have) and opposed to an Authentication App, if you change phones they token is still in your key, not lost in the old app on phone. (It's not a huge deal, but resetting all the tokens after phone change is a pain for me.)
Finally, I like that fixed static password you can load into it. In this case it can be a complex set of characters (up to 32), but the cool thing is that it acts as a USB keyboard. Plug in the 5 NFC key , touches the button sensor, and it will spit out the 32 (or less) digits. This is handy in places were application are not running. For example, a laptop with a HDD password. That is a BIOS screen and this key should work there.
To be clear, you can only store one static password in key.
Finally, if you are getting multi keys you should buy them at the same time. They are not cloneable, (you can't back the key up or 'see' the token once it is stored) but at the time you first store the token you can store it in more than one key. If you do that, then one key will work in the other key's place.
Does anyone know if FIDO2 is in use yet?
Does anyone know if FIDO2 is in use yet?
I primarily use it to secure my gMail eMAIL account as a 2FA item, and it has worked quite well.
Only comment I have is if you want to buy something like this, you need to buy at least two of them -- one to use, and one as backup key (stored at a secure location). The "Backup" key will be used in case you happen to lose your primary key, so you're not "locked out" of your account access.
And also print out a set of "backup codes" and store it safely... Google will allow you to generate a set of one-time-use codes for "Real emergencies".
I really would like to jump in on this deal, but at this time I think I will pass for now, as this is a "nice to have" item for the moment -- but if you need it, you need it.
I find the 5 NFC more supported than the other. Most notably, LastPass does not support the 'Security Key' Series.
Other things I like about the 5 NFC is what the OATH tokens (tokens generate one-time--HOTP-- passwords that change every 30 sec) are stored in the key. That is, this key is the security factor that you have (what you have) and opposed to an Authentication App, if you change phones they token is still in your key, not lost in the old app on phone. (It's not a huge deal, but resetting all the tokens after phone change is a pain for me.)
Finally, I like that fixed static password you can load into it. In this case it can be a complex set of characters (up to 32), but the cool thing is that it acts as a USB keyboard. Plug in the 5 NFC key , touches the button sensor, and it will spit out the 32 (or less) digits. This is handy in places were application are not running. For example, a laptop with a HDD password. That is a BIOS screen and this key should work there.
To be clear, you can only store one static password in key.
Finally, if you are getting multi keys you should buy them at the same time. They are not cloneable, (you can't back the key up or 'see' the token once it is stored) but at the time you first store the token you can store it in more than one key. If you do that, then one key will work in the other key's place.
That is important about ordering together for backups,
I would have missed that.