Changing Passphrase

Securely update your master passphrase and migrate existing encrypted data to use the new passphrase.

Important

Changing your passphrase will trigger a secure data migration process. This operation cannot be undone, so please ensure you have backups and follow the process carefully.

When to Change Your Passphrase

Best practices for passphrase rotation

Scheduled Rotation

Every month for regular rotation
Quarterly for high-security environments
Annual minimum for compliance requirements
Before major security audits

Security Events

Suspected compromise or breach
Employee departure with access
System security incidents
Compliance mandate changes

Passphrase Change Process

Prepare for Passphrase Change (Coming Soon...)

Pre-change verification and preparation

Pre-Change Checklist

Backup all critical encrypted data
Verify current passphrase works correctly
Schedule maintenance window for migration
Notify team members of planned change
Prepare new strong passphrase

The migration process is designed to be zero-downtime, but we recommend scheduling during low-traffic periods for optimal performance.

Best Practices for Passphrase Management

Guidelines for maintaining secure passphrases

Security Practices

Use a password manager for secure storage
Never share passphrases via insecure channels
Implement regular rotation schedules
Use multi-factor authentication where possible
Document passphrase change procedures

Organizational Policies

Establish clear rotation policies
Train team members on procedures
Maintain change logs and audit trails
Test migration procedures regularly
Have emergency recovery procedures

Emergency Passphrase Recovery

What to do if you lose access to your passphrase

Lost Passphrase

If you've lost your passphrase, data recovery may not be possible due to our zero-knowledge architecture.

Recovery Options

Check secure password manager or backup locations
Contact team members who may have access
Restore from encrypted backup with known passphrase
As last resort, start fresh with new passphrase (data loss)

Prevention Measures

Maintain secure backups of passphrases
Use enterprise password management solutions
Implement key escrow for critical systems
Train multiple team members on procedures