Millions of passwords and payment details to VANISH in weeks unless you swap away from popular app
Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
A MAJOR app will be wiping millions of passwords and payment details in just weeks.
Brits have just weeks to swap away from the service in order to save their details.
Sign up for Scottish Sun
newsletter
Sign up
2
Microsoft are axing a popular service
Credit: Alamy
2
The Authenticator will begin deleting Brits' passwords this month
Credit: Alamy
Microsoft is axing the Authenticator app's password storing service in July.
Autofill function will be blank
In just a few days, saved passwords won't be available to appear in the autofill function.
Weeks after that change, all saved payment information will be wiped from the Authenticator.
In August, all passwords will be deleted from the app.
Read More on Tech News
PINGDEMIC Shocking reality of kids mobile use revealed as teens spend 5 hrs a day on phones
In order to retain their payment and password details, Brits will need to swap to the Microsoft Edge app - where their details can be synced over.
Edge can be set as your device's autofill provider by selecting it in your settings.
Microsoft Authenticator first launched in 2016 and began enabling password storage in 2020.
Although this service has now come to an end, Authenticator will continue to provide some other functions.
Passkeys, PIN, fingerprint and face scan still available
It will support passkeys, which uses a PIN, fingerprint or face scan to log into some accounts.
The news comes after Microsoft axed another iconic feature - though that comes as welcome news to some users.
Microsoft finally reveals its brand new handheld console
The blue screen of death is famed for filling users with dread, as it marked that a user's computer had run into a major issue.
The frowning face and QR code will also no longer appear if your computer crashes.
"End of an era"
Users on social media cried that this marked the 'end of an era'.
One user wrote: "The Blue Screen of Death is dying for one last time and Windows crashes just won't be the same ever again!"
Another said: "But… I was literally just getting used to it."
Microsoft hopes that axing the feature will speed up waiting times for its users, with the brand hoping that it will enable computers to reboot quicker.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Metro
2 hours ago
- Metro
Microsoft users warned passwords will be deleted for millions in a matter of day
If you've ever used Microsoft Authenticator to manage your passwords, it's time to export them or risk them being lost forever. The app is most commonly used for two-factor authentication, using face ID to log into email or company systems, for example. But the app, which has been downloaded over 100 million times on the Google Play store alone, was also used to store passwords with autofill until this month. Microsoft now says 'the password era is ending', urging people to turn to alternative ways of logging in, and saying the app will no longer support passwords. It's partly our fault, given we keep reusing pet names, swear words, 12345, and 'password' as not-so-foolproof keys to our kingdom. Before you panic that the company is removing support for passwords entirely across all its services, they're not – or at least, not yet. But they won't be letting you keep your list in the Authenticator app, and data will be deleted next month. If you want to keep using Microsoft to store passwords, you can use their Edge browser which will keep them all logged and ready. If you prefer a separate app so you can use passwords in Chrome, Safari, or another browser, it's time to export them so you still have access. June 2025: people were no longer able to save new passwords in Authenticator, and were shown a message warning them of coming changes. July 2025: you will not be able to use autofill with Authenticator. Payment information will be deleted. August 2025: your saved passwords will no longer be accessible in Authenticator and will be deleted. In a blog post in December last year, Microsoft said they block 7,000 attacks on passwords per second, 'almost double from a year ago', as well as an increase in phishing attacks to steal credentials by 146%. They said the reign of passwords is ending: 'Bad actors know it, which is why they're desperately accelerating password-related attacks while they still can.' They said the solution is passkeys, which 'offer an improved user experience by letting you sign in faster with your face, fingerprint, or PIN, but they also aren't susceptible to the same kinds of attacks as passwords'. If you prefer using Microsoft for your passwords, you can download the Edge app and then set it as your default password manager from Settings. In a support post, the company also set out steps you can take to export passwords to another app manager. More Trending They warned they will no longer be encrypted if you do this, so make sure to quickly delete the file after the passwords have been saved safely elsewhere. But you will need to do this before August 2025, as after this they will no longer be accessible, and any generated passwords not saved will be deleted. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: As an Xbox fan all I can say is that Microsoft betrayed us – Reader's Feature MORE: After 24 years of wasted potential the Xbox dream is finally dead – Reader's Feature MORE: Here's every game cancelled by Xbox after devastating job cuts
Daily Mirror
2 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
Scientist's genius hack to cool down a hot car without using air con
With sizzling temperatures climbing up to 36C in the coming weeks, Brits are being urged to try this super simple hack that cools their cars down in seconds - without having to reach for the air con UK motorists are being urged to stop reaching for the air conditioning button and check out this super simple hack instead. An acclaimed scientist has come up with a super smart system for cooling down a cooking car during the increasingly common UK heatwaves. It comes as Brits up and down the nation brace for yet another hot spell this month - with red-hot weather maps showing sizzling temperatures of up to 36C are on the way. When it's 30°C, within 30 minutes the interior of a vehicle can reach 50°C because of the greenhouse effect. This is where sunlight passes through glass windows heats the interior, but is unable to escape easily, causing inside temperatures to significantly exceed those outside. And it's not just unpleasant: extreme heat can turn everyday items left inside a car into dangerous hazards — they can ignite, leak harmful substances and even explode. For many, air conditioning is a lifesaver during these sweaty months. However, it can take multiple minutes to cool your car's cabin, and it can be expensive to use for long journeys. In fact, experts over at Kwik Fit report that putting on the AC can increase fuel consumption by 8-10 per cent, or about 0.2 to 0.4 litres per hour. However, scientist and BBC presenter Hannah Fry took to TikTok to reveal a clever science -based trick that can do the job in seconds - and costs nothing. The mathematician with a PhD in fluid dynamics — the study of how liquids and gases flow — shared her heroic hack on social media just ahead of another UK heatwave. She explained that instead of immediately turning on the air con, a few simple steps can radically reduce the temperature inside a vehicle almost instantaneously. In her video, Hannah demonstrates the technique by first opening the rear passenger window on the side opposite to the driver, before quickly opening and closing the driver's door several times. Although this may look a tad odd, the effect is pretty much immediate. Hannah explains: "When you open and close the door, and you do it quickly, the door, as it's moving outwards, sweeps out all of the air that's in the way, creating this area of low pressure." This process generates what is known as bulk flow, which effectively draws the hot, stale air out of the car. As the rear window on the opposite side is open, fresh, cooler air rushes in to replace the expelled hot air. Hannah notes that 'it only takes two or three goes and suddenly it's beautifully temperate', making your motor much more manageable in no time at all. This method is particularly useful during heatwaves such as the one currently affecting the UK and parts of Europe, with temperatures reaching record highs. On July 1, the Met Office confirmed a peak of 34.7 degrees Celsius at St James' Park in London, surpassing previous records for 2025. Hannah Fry 's fluid dynamics hack provides a simple, effective way to beat the heat inside a car without waiting for the air conditioning to catch up. By understanding how air pressure and flow work inside a vehicle, drivers can cool their cars rapidly and comfortably, even during intense heatwaves. Plus, you'll save on money!
Scottish Sun
16 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
The five shockingly common objects in your home that are tanking your Wi-Fi – and you can fix it in seconds
There's a bonus problem to watch out for too INTER-NOT! The five shockingly common objects in your home that are tanking your Wi-Fi – and you can fix it in seconds Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) YOUR dodgy Wi-Fi might be your own fault – and not your internet provider's. It turns out that there are a few mistakes linked to common household objects that can cause Wi-Fi troubles at home. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Even if you're got a great router and a top package with rapid speeds, you won't necessarily get brilliant Wi-Fi Credit: Sky So much of what we do depends on having decent internet. That's why it's important to make sure you're not making simply errors that are silently killing your connection. SURPRISING WI-FI KILLERS Microwave ovens are great for fast cooking – but not fast Wi-Fi. For instance., Sky recommends keeping your router away from microwave ovens in an official Wi-Fi memo. Aside from being a large metal object, microwave ovens operate a similar frequency range to common 2.4GHz WiFi (but with much greater power). So you'll want to keep your router far away from the microwave if you've got it set up in the kitchen. On that note, that second thing to watch out for is metal of any kind. You'll definitely want to avoid having your router on or in a metal cabinet or shelving unit. And avoid having any large metal objects nearby, like a washing machine. Thirdly, watch out for mirrors, which can reflect and distort your Wi-Fi signal. Genius Apple trick lets you send iPhone texts with no signal or Wi-Fi It's fine to have mirrors in your home, but you might not want to have one sitting right behind your router. Fourth, be mindful of other devices that operate on the same 2.4GHz frequency as your Wi-Fi. Common offending gadgets include bluetooth speakers and cordless home phones. And fifth, beware water. Drink it, obviously – but don't put it near your router. 3 Having electronics right next to your router is a bad idea Credit: Sky Aside from the obvious risk of water damage, large amounts of water can affect signals. So don't put your router on top of – or next to – a fish tank, or right by a giant vase filled with water. As a bonus tip, keep your router off the floor too. It can be tempting to dump it down there to get it out of the way, but routers generally work better when raised up. YOUR DEVICES MIGHT BE SLOWING WI-FI TOO Here's the official advice from Sky... "Everything you connect to your hub uses bandwidth, and the more you connect the more it can slow you down," Sky explained. "Even when you aren't using them, app updates, device backups and your smart home devices can still be using your bandwidth in the background. "Try disconnecting anything that doesn't need to be connected so they're not hogging your bandwidth when you're trying to browse, work or play. "And try avoiding activities that need a lot of speed, like online gaming or streaming in HD." Picture Credit: Unsplash You'll want it about head height, so find a nice shelf (preferably not metal) to stick it on. WHY ELSE MIGHT YOUR SPEEDS BE SLOW? Of course, there are plenty of other reasons that your Wi-Fi might be struggling. Your first port of call should be the speed that you're paying for. If you've got a cheaper broadband package then your internet speeds simply might not be very good. 3 You can check your internet speeds easily in seconds – it doesn't cost a penny and will reveal if you're having a Wi-Fi nightmare Credit: FAST / The Sun It's easy enough to check your speeds: try or See if that matches up with the speeds on the package that you paid for. If it's miles off – like you're getting an eighth of the promised speed – then something is probably up. You'll experience worse speeds the further you are from the router, so consider connecting gadgets via an ethernet cable if they're very far away. If you've got a big home, you might need several connection points around the home to get the best speeds in the most distant parts of your house. And sometimes internet speeds can drop in an area temporarily due to a technical issue that has nothing to do with you – and is out of your control. Also, if your household is making heavy use of the internet – multiple devices uploading and downloading – then you may experience Wi-Fi trouble too.
