Ask HN: Bitwarden Rejecting Master Password?
Users are reporting issues with Bitwarden rejecting master passwords, particularly during password exports. This problem appears to be affecting both the Chrome Extension and Android app versions. Many users, including the author's wife, have experienced this issue, indicating it may be widespread.
- ▪Bitwarden is rejecting master passwords for some users.
- ▪The issue has been reported on both the Chrome Extension and Android app.
- ▪Users are experiencing problems especially when trying to export passwords.
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Over the last week, I've encountered Bitwarden rejecting my master password - especially when exporting my passwords after the recent kerfuffle. I thought it was just me but my wife brought up the same problem, suggesting it's widespread.Encountered on Chrome Extension and Android app flavours. Has anyone else encountered this?(Please assume the problem is not a mistyped password.)
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