How to secure Proton Pass with an access PIN

You can make the Proton Pass web app and browser extensions secure by setting a personal identification number (PIN) that’s required for access. This article shows you how to set this up for each app.

Your PIN is secured against brute-force attacks: after three failed access attempts with the PIN  you will be asked to log in again.

For Proton Pass mobile apps, access security is handled through your device settings.

• Setting the PIN in the Proton Pass web app
• Setting the PIN in the Proton Pass browser extension

How to set the PIN in the Proton Pass web app

1. To set a PIN from the web app, click on the gear icon in the bottom of the left side panel next to your username, and select Security.

2. A new window will open in the center of the screen. Select the Pin code option and enter your password to confirm this. Next, enter the six-digit PIN you’d like to use.
Also, choose a duration before the app auto-lock.

Setting the PIN in the Proton Pass browser extension

1. In the browser extension you can set the PIN by clicking on the hamburger menu in the top left and then selecting Settings.

2. A new screen will open in your browser. Navigate to Security in the top bar. There, check the box next to Pin code and enter the six-digit PIN you’d like to use. You can also select an auto-lock duration.