Bitwarden Password Manager can now generate unique usernames

[silversurfer]

While many people use password managers for the convenience of remembering a single login, the master password, the primary advantage that such programs offer, is that they provide an easy way to create unique passwords. Bitwarden is taking it to the next level, the open source password manager now has an option to generate unique usernames.

It is intriguing to say the least, and was a highly requested feature by the community. Having unique usernames can protect your privacy, and minimize the impact of identity theft. The feature was released for the web vault a few days ago, before it was added to the browser extension, and the desktop programs.

Note: The Bitwarden extension has not been updated to 1.58.0 on Mozilla Firefox's AMO, Google's Chrome Web store, Edge Add-ons, etc, at the time of writing this article. It is expected to be available shortly. The new version of the extension, v1.58.0, also fixes an issue related to importing notes and URLs in macOS and Safari.

Bitwarden Password Manager can now generate unique usernames - gHacks Tech News

Bitwarden now allows you to generate unique usernames. We show you how to use the new feature in the password manager.

www.ghacks.net

 

[ForgottenSeer 94943]

This really is a nice feature. I have been using Lastpass username generator.

 

[Trooper]

Nice. Hope it comes to the browser extension as that is all I use.

 

[DDE_Server]

Nice. Hope it comes to the browser extension as that is all I use.

it appeared in my extension

 

[Trooper]

it appeared in my extension
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I just checked mine. Still don't see it.

 

[DDE_Server]

I just checked mine. Still don't see it.

Try to update extension manually from Extension tab after enabling developer tools "This if you are using Google Chrome web browser"

 

[silversurfer]

We need for this new feature, Bitwarden browser extension version 1.58.0 that's already available on Chrome web store:

Bitwarden - Free Password Manager

A secure and free password manager for all of your devices.

chrome.google.com

Unfortunately, we have to wait on Microsoft addons, for now it's only older version 1.57.0

Bitwarden - Free Password Manager - Microsoft Edge Addons

Make Microsoft Edge your own with extensions that help you personalize the browser and be more productive.

microsoftedge.microsoft.com

 

[L0ckJaw]

We need for this new feature, Bitwarden browser extension version 1.58.0 that's already available on Chrome web store:

Bitwarden - Free Password Manager

A secure and free password manager for all of your devices.

chrome.google.com

Unfortunately, we have to wait on Microsoft addons, for now it's only older version 1.57.0

Bitwarden - Free Password Manager - Microsoft Edge Addons

Make Microsoft Edge your own with extensions that help you personalize the browser and be more productive.

microsoftedge.microsoft.com

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Just install the Chrome one, works perfect in Edge.

 

[Trooper]

Try to update extension manually from Extension tab after enabling developer tools "This if you are using Google Chrome web browser"

I use Edge and I tried that after seeing you post before. Did not get any updates.

 

[Trooper]

We need for this new feature, Bitwarden browser extension version 1.58.0 that's already available on Chrome web store:

Bitwarden - Free Password Manager

A secure and free password manager for all of your devices.

chrome.google.com

Unfortunately, we have to wait on Microsoft addons, for now it's only older version 1.57.0

Bitwarden - Free Password Manager - Microsoft Edge Addons

Make Microsoft Edge your own with extensions that help you personalize the browser and be more productive.

microsoftedge.microsoft.com

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Exactly. I am not in any rush for it so I am ok with waiting. Not sure if I would use that feature anyway.

 

[L0ckJaw]

Just install the Chrome one, works perfect in Edge.

@Trooper

 

[CyberTech]

Got updates on FF! thanks for sharing DDE

 

[Trooper]

@Trooper

I'd rather not.

 

[Gandalf_The_Grey]

Bitwarden blog post:

Passwords get all the attention. And naturally so - they’re ubiquitous in securing most of our digital world. They guard our online accounts, but are susceptible to compromise by hackers if improperly secured. They’re easy to use, but render us frustrated if lost or forgotten. Like it or not, passwords remain significant.

It’s no wonder the username ends up with little time on the digital stage. That’s changing - Bitwarden has just released a username generator to help you create secure and unique usernames for all your accounts and save them in a Bitwarden vault. Why? Because usernames aren’t simply your password’s sidekick, an underdeveloped afterthought. They play an equally important role in your digital life and deserve just as much attention and care as your passwords. Here’s how.

What’s in a (User)name? | Bitwarden Blog

Often cast in the supporting role, usernames finally get the spotlight.

bitwarden.com

 

[Gandalf_The_Grey]

@Trooper the Edge extension got the latest update to version 1.58.0 today

 

[Trooper]

@Trooper the Edge extension got the latest update to version 1.58.0 today

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Nice! About time right?

 

[Gandalf_The_Grey]

Nice! About time right?

Yes, hopefully this a good reason and not an excuse:

Officially our SLA is seven business days, although it can often take longer since we manually verify that each extension submission doesn't contain anything malicious: Publish a Microsoft Edge extension - Microsoft Edge Development

Edge Extension update

We uploaded an update to one of our extensions on April 28, but we didn't get any update yet. Does it usually take so long to get approval for an extension update? Store ID 0RDCK9KXCBDD CRX ID epmpppbbidknfljkhikemcghiffdmenl Thanks, Moshe

techcommunity.microsoft.com

If they indeed verify every extension manually, that would be a great reason to stick to the Microsoft Edge Add-ons for extensions on Edge and not use the ones from other stores.

 

[Templarware]

I left Bitwarden and now just use Microsoft Authenticator for my passwords, since I need it for 2FA, it's one less app installed and running on my phone. And it syncs the passwords with Edge, much more convenient and one less extension.

 

[silversurfer]

Bitwarden's username generator now supports SimpleLogin, AnonAddy, and Firefox Relay email alias services​

What's new in Bitwarden 2022.05.0 Update​

Bitwarden now supports SimpleLogin, AnonAddy, and Firefox Relay for generating usernames. Users can take advantage of the email forwarding services to protect their privacy. So now the usernames that it generates are not only unique, but also mask the real email address to prevent it from being leaked in data breaches.

Note: The latest version of the Bitwarden extensions for Firefox, Chrome, Edge, are not yet available on the stores, at the time of writing this post.

The announcement article on the company's blog illustrates how to use email aliases in Bitwarden. The username generator will allow users to select one of the three mail forwarding services. You will need to have an account with one of the services, and provide the API Key for your account in order for Bitwarden to register the created email alias with it. The password manager previously added the option to allow people to use plus email addresses, like example+notmyrealid@simplelogin.io. If your provider supports a catch-all inbox, you can use that too.

The email alias feature is available in the Desktop apps and the browser add-ons. The Web Vault will also support the services at launch, except for Firefox Relay, which will be added in the future. The best part of course is that the email aliases for the username generator is available for all plans, i.e. free and paid users can make use of it.

Image courtesy: Bitwarden

Bitwarden adds support for SimpleLogin, AnonAddy, and Firefox Relay to generate usernames - gHacks Tech News

Bitwarden Password Manager now supports SimpleLogin, AnonAddy, and Firefox Relay email alias services for generating unique usernames.

www.ghacks.net

 

[Back3]

I checked on IOS, and it doesn't generate a username yet…