Manage your devices

When you join an organization, your computer is automatically added as a new device so you can securely access Parsec.

For enhanced security, the devices you use to access Parsec are uniquely authenticated. It is highly recommended to add another device in case you lose access to your computer or cannot log in for any reason.

Warning

Device keys are safely stored on your computer and are not sent to the Parsec server.

Without having added another device, your account cannot be recovered in the event you lose access to your computer. You will need to be re-invited to join the organization.

We strongly encourage you to create a recovery file.

Add a new device

You can add a new device from your profile page.

  1. Click on your name on the main menu (top-right) and select My Profile.

  2. In My devices, click + Add.

Device invitation link

  1. If you send the device invitation link by mail, simply click on the link in the new device to start Parsec. Otherwise start Parsec on the new device and select Join in the welcome page.

  2. Paste the device invitation link and follow the instructions to perform the code exchange between your devices.

Adding a device

  1. Your new device is ready to access Parsec!

Caution

If one of the codes to share is not present in the other’s list, it means there is a very high probability you are victim of a Man-in-the-middle attack. You can read more about that process at the Cryptography section.

Recovery files

A recovery file allows you to get back access to your data in case your forgot your password or lose your computer.

You will need:

  • the Recovery File, ending with .psrk

  • the Secret Key, a passphrase composed of letters and numbers separated by dashes.

The Secret Key is used to unlock the Recovery File and get access to your data.

Note

A recovery file is linked to a specific organization. If you have multiple organizations, you need to create multiple recovery files.

Caution

If someone gets access to both the recovery file and the secret key, they can get full access to your data as if they were you. We strongly recommend storing them separately in a safe place. They are as precious and secret as your password.

Create a recovery files

When you access your profile, in the My Devices page, click on Create recovery files.

Access your profile Create a recovery file

Once you’re ready, click on I understand.

Export a recovery device

You’ll be able to download both the Recovery File and the Secret Key. Make sure to get them both.

Caution

As mentioned before, these two files combined will allow someone to access your data. Store them separately and don’t let someone access them.

Download the recovery file and passphrase

Use a recovery file to get back access

If you forget your password and you have both the Recovery File and the Secret Key, you can use them and gain access back.

When trying to log in, click on Forgot your password?.

Click on password forgotten

You will be able to import the Recovery File and type in the Secret Key.

Click on password forgotten Click on password forgotten

Once imported, Parsec will create a new device and you will be able to log into your organization by clicking Next.