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What is the difference between using a one-time passcode and a temporary one-time passcode for LastPass?
Review the differences between using a one-time passcode and a temporary one-time passcode – each of which having its own benefits.
Note: This feature requires an account with the LastPass Business + Advanced MFA add-on. How do I upgrade my LastPass Business account with an add-on?
| One-Time Passcode (OTP) | Temporary One-Time Passcode (TOTP) |
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| An alphanumeric code (containing letters, numbers, and special characters) | A numeric-only code |
| Changes after being used after logging in to your workstation | Changes every 60 seconds |
| Is created when you install Workstation Login on your Windows or Mac workstation and pair the LastPass Authenticator with your installation – learn how to: | Is created when you set up the LastPass Authenticator as a multifactor authentication option when logging in to your LastPass account (learn how to set it up) and/or any Cloud SSO apps that have been set up and enabled to use passwordless authentication for authentication
Note: If the "Permit offline access" option is enabled when configuring the LastPass Authenticator as a multifactor authentication option, you can use the TOTP code when logging in to LastPass from a device where no internet connection is present.
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| Can only be used if the Allow authentication when workstation is offline Workstation Login policy is enabled – learn how to enable this policy as a LastPass admin
Note: OTP codes cannot be used as a multifactor authentication option when logging in to your LastPass account.
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Can only be used as a multifactor authentication option when logging in to your LastPass account – learn how to use for authentication
Note: TOTP codes cannot be used to log in to your Windows or Mac desktop via Workstation Login.
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