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1Password - Troubleshooting: Error when Transfering Key/Code
If you receive an error message when signing into and transferring keys to the 1Password desktop or mobile app, try the following troubleshooting steps.
Example errors: The code did not work. Check your other device or browser for a new one.
Troubleshooting steps:
- Ensure that your browser is up to date. This will resolve most issues signing in on a new device.
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If there is an issue transferring the key from a browser extension:
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Sign out of the 1Password extension. Click on your name in the top right corner (https://uw-madison.1password.com/home), then click Sign Out.
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Sign back in at https://uw-madison.1password.com/signin
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Once you've signed in to 1Password.com using NetID, try to sign in on the 1Password app, and obtain the verification code from the browser:
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On a linked browser, sign in to your account on 1Password.com.
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Select your name in the top right and choose My Profile.
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Select View next to the new apps and browsers listed under Pending Sign-Ins.
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Select Transfer key, then you’ll see the alphanumeric verification code.
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Enter the verification code and select Submit.
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- If you were logged in previously, reset the Desktop App.
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Open the desktop app. Navigate to 1Password app > Settings > Advanced > Reset 1Password.
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After the reset try logging in again.
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If you were logged in previously on a mobile device, uninstall and reinstall the 1Password app.
Important Note from UW Health: Please DO NOT store credentials for UW Health or Meriter systems in 1Password.