Unfortunately, the changes to LastPass’s free version risks undermining the product's ease of use.īut LastPass parent company LogMeIn says it isn’t locking users out of their accounts. Free users will still have unlimited access to the password manager-as long as it occurs on certain device types. The tool has been a handy way to safely store passwords across all platforms, including websites and mobile apps. The looming change is prompting people to search out alternatives to LastPass, which has over 25 million users. LastPass free users will have up to three times to change their device type preference before they're locked in. (Windows tablets have been classified as a computer.) If it’s a smartphone, then the access will be limited to iOS or Android devices, including tablets and smartwatches. Once the change happens, the next time free users log into LastPass, the company will check whether you’re accessing your account via a “Computer” or “Mobile Device.” If it’s a PC, then going forward, your account access can only occur via browsers running on a desktop or laptop. Starting March 16, free users will only be able to access the service on PCs or mobile phones, not both. LastPass is adding (Opens in a new window) a big limitation to the free version of its password manager.

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