Automated Authentication with Bytebot
Bytebot can handle authentication automatically - including passwords, 2FA, and even complex multi-step authentication flows - when you set up a password manager extension.Important: Password manager extensions are not enabled by default. You need to install them manually using the desktop view.
How It Works
Bytebot comes with 1Password built-in and supports any browser-based password manager extension. It can:- Automatically fill passwords from the password manager
- Handle 2FA codes (TOTP/authenticator apps)
- Manage multiple accounts across different systems
- Work with SSO and federated authentication
- Store and use API keys and tokens
Setting Up Password Management
Option 1: 1Password (Recommended)
1
Install 1Password Extension
- Go to the Desktop tab in Bytebot UI
- Open Firefox
- Install the 1Password extension from the Firefox Add-ons store
- Sign in to your 1Password account (or create a dedicated one for Bytebot)
2
Configure Vaults
In your 1Password admin panel:
- Create a vault called “Bytebot Automation”
- Add the credentials Bytebot needs
- Share the vault with Bytebot’s account
- Set appropriate permissions (read-only recommended)
3
Enable Auto-fill
The 1Password extension will automatically:
- Detect login forms
- Fill credentials
- Handle 2FA codes
- Submit forms
Option 2: Other Password Managers
You can use any browser-based password manager by installing it through the Desktop view:- Bitwarden
- LastPass
- KeePass
- Open Desktop tab
- Launch Firefox
- Install Bitwarden extension from Firefox Add-ons
- Log in to your Bitwarden account
- Configure auto-fill settings in Bitwarden preferences
Handling Different Authentication Types
Standard Username/Password
Time-based 2FA (TOTP)
Complex Multi-Step Auth
Enterprise Setup Guide
Centralized Credential Management
1
Create Service Accounts
Set up dedicated service accounts for Bytebot:
2
Organize Password Vaults
Structure your password manager:
3
Set Rotation Policies
Configure automatic password rotation:
Security Best Practices
Least Privilege
Only share credentials Bytebot needs for specific tasks
Audit Logging
Enable password manager audit logs to track access
Vault Isolation
Separate vaults by sensitivity level and department
Regular Reviews
Audit Bytebot’s credential access monthly
Common Authentication Scenarios
Banking and Financial Systems
Government and Compliance Portals
Multi-Tenant SaaS Platforms
Advanced Authentication Features
SSO and SAML Integration
API Key Management
Certificate-Based Auth
Troubleshooting Authentication
Password manager not auto-filling
Password manager not auto-filling
Solutions:
- Ensure extension is installed and logged in
- Check site is saved in password manager
- Verify auto-fill settings are enabled
- Try refreshing the page
2FA code rejected
2FA code rejected
Common causes:
- Time sync issues (check system clock)
- Wrong TOTP seed saved
- Site using non-standard 2FA
Session expiring during task
Session expiring during task
Solutions:
- Enable “remember me” if available
- Increase session timeout in target system
- Break long tasks into smaller chunks
- Use API access where possible
Integration Examples
Finance Automation Script
Compliance Automation
Best Practices Summary
✅ DO:- Use dedicated service accounts for Bytebot
- Organize credentials in logical vaults
- Enable 2FA on all accounts (Bytebot handles it!)
- Rotate passwords regularly
- Monitor access logs
- Share personal credentials with Bytebot
- Store passwords in task descriptions
- Disable 2FA for convenience
- Use the same password across systems
- Ignore authentication errors
Next Steps
Game Changer: With proper password manager setup, Bytebot can handle even the most complex authentication flows automatically. No more manual intervention for 2FA, no more sharing passwords insecurely, and no more authentication bottlenecks in your automation workflows!