Page tree

University of Tartu IT wiki

Versions Compared

Key

  • This line was added.
  • This line was removed.
  • Formatting was changed.
Note
iconfalse
Eestikeelne juhis.Image Removed  Eestikeelse juhendi leiad siit: Paroolihalduri

LastPass

seadistamine.

Table of Contents

Introduction

LastPass is an easy to use and secure password manager that works with different devices:

  • iOS devices - iPad, iPhone, iMac, Apple MacBook
  • Android devices
  • Windows OS computers, laptops and tablets
  • Linux
Note
iconfalse

Eestikeelne juhis.Image Added  Eestikeelse juhendi leiad siit: Paroolihalduri LastPass seadistamine.

The University of Tartu recommends:

For additional information, check LastPass Quick Start Guide.


AppProsConsSummary

LastPass

Expand
titlePros and cons

Pros:

  • User-friendly interface and easy to set up
  • Supports multi-factor authentication
  • Auto-fills passwords on websites and apps
  • Syncs across devices
  • Smart device applications available
  • Chrome, Firefox and Edge extensions are available

Cons:

  • There have been errors in the use of the service in the past
  • The free version only allows one device type (for example only computers or only smart devices)
  • The premium version can be expensive 
  • No option to use offline

Summary: LastPass is best for users who prioritize ease of use and seamless integration with websites and apps. It's user friendly, supports multi-factor authentication, and syncs across devices. 


Expand
titleKey features of LastPass
:
)

Recommendations

The University of Tartu recommends:

  • export all passwords from web browsers before using a password manager (check Export and import passwords)
  • when creating a password management software account, make sure you create a password that is sure to be remembered, but still secure (check Bitwarden password generator
  • do not use the same password in different places (check Stop using the same password on multiple sites
    • )
    For additional information, check LastPass Quick Start Guide.

    Anchor
    lastpass_register_eng
    lastpass_register_eng

    Expand
    titleCreating an account
    1. Open the LastPass user registration website (https://lastpass.com/create-account.php).
    2. The user registration form opens.
      Image Modified
    3. In the Email address field, enter the desired email address.
    4. In the Master password field, enter the desired master password. We recommend generating a strong password that must meet the following requirements:
      1. at least 12 letters long
      2. contains at least 1 digit
      3. at least 1 small character
      4. at least 1 capital letter
      5. cannot be your e-mail address
      6. the password strength indicator must show that the password is strong (green color)
        Image Modified 
    5. In the Reminder (Optional) field, you can add a hint to your password in case you forget it.
      Tips:
      1. do not add any part of your password or personal data (e.g. personal identification number, name, place of residence, etc.)
      2. use clues that only you understand and you don't share this information with others even if you are asked about it at work (for example, an incident that happened to you, but which you have never shared with anyone else)
      3. the hint information should be as hidden as possible, try to avoid personal preferences (e.g. favorite color, favorite food, name of your first dog)
    6. Click the Sign Up - It's free button.
      Image Modified
    7. User successfully created.
      Select Install LastPass and the installation process will open depending on which web browser you are using.
      Image Modified


    Anchor
    lastpass_paigaldamine
    lastpass_paigaldamine


    Installation

    Expand
    titleMicrosoft Windows desktop application
    1. Open the Microsoft Store.
      Image Modified
    2. Type LastPass into search bar and select LastPass.
      Image Modified
    3. Click the Get button to start the installation.
      Image Modified
    4. Installation of the application will begin.
      Image Modified
    5. After installation, open the application by pressing the Open button.
      Image Modified
    6. Since we registered the user at the beginning of the guide, select No Thanks.
      Image Modified
    7. Enter the e-mail address and password that you created in the first section of the guide (Creating an account) and click Log in.
      If you wish, you can add a check mark in front of the text Remember email, so that in the future the e-mail address box is automatically filled with your e-mail address.
      If you forgot your password, you can use the Get master password hint function (if you added it during registration).
      NB! The University of Tartu DOES NOT RECOMMEND using the Remember Master Password function to save your password.
      Image Modified
    8. Upon successful login, the password manager will be displayed.
    Image Removed
    1. Image Added


    Expand
    titleGoogle Chrome extension
    1. After registration, in the window that opens (https://www.lastpass.com/create-account/success?created=1), select Install LastPass.
      Image Modified
    2. Click Add to Chrome.
      Image Modified
    3. Click Add extension to authorize the LastPass extension.
      Image Modified
    4. Click on the Extensions button at the top right of the web browser.
      Image Modified
    5. Click the Pin button next to LastPass: Free Password Manager.
      Image Modified
    6. Click on the LastPass icon at the top right of the web browser to open it.
      Image Modified
    7. Enter the e-mail address and password that you created in the first section of the guide (Creating an account) and click Log in.
      Image Modified
    8. Upon successful login, the password manager will be displayed.
      Image Modified


    Expand
    titleMicrosoft Edge extension
    1. After registration, in the window that opens (https://www.lastpass.com/create-account/success?created=1), select Install LastPass.
      Image Modified
    2. Click the Get button.
      Image Modified
    3. Select Add extension to authorize the LastPass extension.
      Image Modified
    4. Click on the Extensions button at the top right of the web browser.
      Image Modified
    5. Click the Show in toolbar button next to LastPass: Free Password Manager
      Image Modified
    6. Click on the LastPass icon at the top right of the web browser to open it.
      Image Modified
    7. Enter the e-mail address and password that you created in the first section of the guide (Creating an account) and click Log in.
      Image Modified
    8. Upon successful login, the password manager will be displayed.
      Image Modified


    Expand
    titleMozilla Firefox extension
    1. After registration, in the window that opens (https://www.lastpass.com/create-account/success?created=1), select Install LastPass.
      Image Modified
    2. Click the Add to Firefox button.
      Image Modified
    3. In the window that appears at the top right of the web browser, select Add.
      Image Modified
    4. Click Accept to authorize the LastPass extension.
      Image Modified
    5. In the upper right part of the web browser, it is confirmed that the web browser extension has been added. Click Okay.
      Image Modified
    6. Click on the Extensions button at the top right of the web browser.
      Image Modified
    7. Click the Settings button next to LastPass: Free Password Manager and select Pin to Toolbar.
      Image Modified
    8. Click on the LastPass icon at the top right of the web browser to open it.
      Image Modified
    9. Enter the e-mail address and password that you created in the first section of the guide (Creating an account) and click Log in.
      Image Modified
    10. Upon successful login, the password manager will be displayed.
      Image Modified

    Anchor
    lastpass_mac_desktop
    lastpass_mac_desktop

    Expand
    titleMac desktop application
    1. Open the LastPass website (https://lastpass.com/misc_download2.php).
    2. Choose Mac from the menu, then click the Download button next to LastPass for Safari.
      Image Modified
    3. You will be asked for permission to download the application. Click Allow.
      Image Modified
    4. After downloading, a LastPass.dmg file will be created in the Downloads folder.
      Image Modified
    5. To install, open the Downloads folder and click on LastPass.dmg.
      Image Modified
    6. You will be asked for permission to open the downloaded application. Select Open.
      Image Modified
    7. The LastPass Installer will open. Drag the LastPass icon to the → Application icon to start the installation.
      Image Modified
    8. LastPass installation will begin.
      Image Modified
    9. After installing the LastPass app, open it and enter the e-mail address and password that you created in the first section of the guide (Creating an account) and click Log in.
      Image Modified
    10. Upon successful login, the password manager will be displayed.
      Image Modified


    Expand
    titleSafari extension

    NB! You can activate the LastPass Safari extension only after Installing the Mac desktop application.

    1. Open the Safari web browser.
      Safari - Free logo iconsImage Modified
    2. In the upper left corner of the screen, select Safari menu → Settings.
      Image Modified
    3. Open the Extensions tab and add a checkmark in front of the LastPass icon.
      Image Modified
    4. You will be asked to confirm if you want to enable the LastPass extension. Select Turn On.
      Image Modified
    5. A shortcut to the LastPass extension will appear in the Safari web browser.
      To open, click on the LastPass icon and enter the e-mail address and password that you created in the first section of the guide (Creating an account), then click Log in.
      Image Modified
    6. Upon successful login, the password manager will be displayed.
      Image Modified


    Expand
    titleiPhone, iPad, iPod touch
    1. Open the App store application.
      App store - Free logo iconsImage Modified
    2. Type LastPass password manager in the search bar and download the application by clicking Get → Install.
      Image Modified
    3. Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm that you want to install the app on your device.
      Image Modified
    4. After installing the application, open it by pressing the Open button.
      Image Modified
    5. Select Log In.
      Image Modified
    6. Enter the e-mail address and password that you created in the first section of the guide (Creating an account), then click Log in.
      Image Modified
    7. Select Use Face ID to use Face ID, if you don't want to use it, select I'll do it later.
      Image Modified
    8. Upon successful login, the password manager will be displayed.
      Image Modified