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# Getting Started with Passbolt – First Setup Guide

When you’re invited to use Passbolt, here’s what you need to do step by step:

1. Open Your Invitation Email

You’ll get an email from your Passbolt administrator with a special link.

This link confirms your email address is real and safe to use.

It also lets you start setting up your account.

Tip: The link only works for a day or two. Open it as soon as possible. If it expires, you can ask for a new one. Don’t forget to check your spam/junk folder if you don’t see it.

2. Install the Browser Extension

After clicking the link, Passbolt will ask you to install a small browser extension.

This extension is required to use Passbolt.

It helps keep your passwords safe and also enables features like autofill.

Depending on your browser, you’ll be taken to the Chrome Web Store, Firefox Add-ons, or similar. Just click Install.

3. Pin the Extension

Once installed, your browser may close the store tab and bring you back to Passbolt setup.

You’ll see instructions on how to “pin” the extension in your browser toolbar.

Pinning it means you’ll always see the Passbolt icon at the top of your browser for quick access.

4. Choose a Passphrase

Now you’ll create a passphrase (your main password for Passbolt).

This is used to protect your account and your encryption key.

Choose something long, strong, and hard to guess — avoid simple words or birthdays.

5. Download Your Recovery Kit

After setting your passphrase, Passbolt will ask you to download a Recovery Kit.

This is a backup file you’ll need if you ever log in on a new computer or reinstall your browser.

Store it somewhere safe, like a USB stick or secure folder.

6. Pick a Security Token

Next, you’ll choose a color and three letters.

This is your personal security token.

It helps protect you against fake login pages (phishing attacks).

Whenever you log in, you’ll see your token — if you don’t, something may be wrong.

7. You’re Ready to Go!

That’s it! Your Passbolt setup is complete.

You’ll be signed into your workspace.

From here, you can start saving and sharing your passwords securely.