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Public vs private IP addresses: what an IP lookup shows
Understand public, private, shared and reserved addresses, what IP location means, and how to inspect your connection.
4 min read BROWSER PRIVACYHow to read a WebRTC test: public, local and mDNS candidates
Read public and local WebRTC candidates, understand mDNS names and inconclusive tests, and compare findings with your expected connection.
4 min read DNS PRIVACYHow to read a DNS-leak test and compare resolver providers
Learn what a browser DNS-leak test observes, how standard and extended checks differ, and how to compare resolver providers with your expected setup.
4 min read THE BASICSWhat is TOTP? Meaning, codes and the 30-second timer
Understand what a TOTP code is, how the timer works, and the difference between your setup key and the code you enter at sign-in.
3 min read TROUBLESHOOTINGTOTP code not working? Check these five things
Fix a rejected authenticator code by checking the account, device clock, setup key, code settings and refresh timing.
4 min read GETTING STARTEDWhere to find your authenticator setup key
Find the manual setup key in a service’s 2FA settings, understand QR setup links, and load them into your authenticator.
3 min read HOW IT WORKSTOTP vs HOTP: time-based and counter-based codes
Compare TOTP and HOTP authentication codes, what makes them change, and which setup links 2FAOrbit supports.
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