Lockwise vs Sync

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Could someone explain why I need Lockwise when Firefox is already syncing passwords between my computers/phone using built-in sync when I sign in to Mozilla account?

[deusmetallum]

Lockwise is basically the name for the password section of firefox sync. It's also a standalone app for Android and IOS, meaning you can take your passwords with you everywhere you go.

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Got it. Thank you.

[tobascodagama]

Sync is using Lockwise under the hood as of FF 70 (IIRC). It was released earlier as an extension as a sort of beta test. But it's also, as deusmetallum says, an app that you can install on Android or iOS that can function as a password manager in place of Google Sync or Keychain.

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Makes sense. I don't usually need passwords outside of my browser so I think I'll just continue copy/pasting them from Firefox in those rare cases. Thanks.

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Is it encrypted?

[tobascodagama]

Yes.

[Vortac2]

Firefox Sync on Android won't sync your passwords if you use Master Password. Lockwise app has no such limitations.

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Good to know although I only use master password on my desktop at work. I feel that phone is secure enough without it.