keybase / keybase/keybase-issues

Password VS Passphrase

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Description

In several places, on the same screen, there are mentions of both password and passphrase to refer to the same pass_phrase_

It can be really confusing for a newcomer.

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The issue does not name a file or screen. Start by locating UI text that uses both “password” and “passphrase” for the same pass phrase, then determine the project’s preferred term. Done means the affected screen uses one consistent term without changing unrelated meanings.

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Assessment

Domain
content
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
2/5
Estimated time
1-3 hours
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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