Quickstart Guide

Please note! The functionality of a password manager,  password generator, and proximity lock is available only on Windows 10 or Windows 11 computers with the installed Hideez Client application.
Step 1: Remove isolating material from the case
​Open Hideez Key's case and remove the white plastic stripe.
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Step 2: Install the Hideez Client application
You can download the latest version of Hideez Client here.  
Run the clientsetup.exe file, select the Standalone version and check the Use Windows 10 internal Bluetooth (Beta version) box.
The installation will take about a minute. When it is finished, click the Launch button.
Step 3: Pair the Key with your Windows PC
1.Go to Windows Settings -> Devices -> Bluetooth & other devices -> Add a new device -> Bluetooth
2.Press the button on your Hideez Key to activate the device  You will see a flashing blue light.
3.Your Hideez Key will appear in the list of Bluetooth devices. The last five digits coincide with the serial number (SN) printed on the device box (e.g. HK-00203).
4.After the connection is established, the green light will begin flashing. You need to confirm pairing with a short button press. Successful pairing is confirmed by the inscription «Your device is ready to go».
Step 4: Launch the Hideez Client
Check the Bluetooth indicator at the bottom of the application window. It should be green. 
Hideez Key will connect to the Hideez Client automatically in 1-2 seconds.
Once the device is paired, click on the yellow padlock icon in the upper left corner of the application to access the Password Manager tab:
Step 5: Set up a Master Password for your Key
You will need to create and remember a master password for your Hideez Key. You can subsequently change the master password based on this instruction.
It is impossible to recover a forgotten master password! You can only clear all data from your Hideez Key.
Step 6: Password Management
Go to the Password Manager tab of the Hideez Client and click the "+" sign to add a new account. 
You can also use a shortcut Ctrl + Alt + A to open a window for adding your account data directly from any website. In this case, the account name and application / site fields will be pre-populated and can be edited manually. 
After you add and save a new account, you will be able to use two login methods:

- Pressing the Hideez Key's button
a) 2 clicks = login autofill
b) 3 clicks = password autofill
c) 4 clicks = OTP autofill
- Using keyboard shortcuts
a) Ctrl+Alt+L = login autofill
b) Ctrl+Alt+P = password autofill
c) Crtl+Alt+O = OTP autofill
LEARN MORE:
How to import or export your data
How to make backups and restore your data
How to add, edit or delete accounts manually
How to password-protect local applications
How to generate one-time passwords for 2FA
How to change keyboard shortcuts for entering login credentials
Step 7: Proximity Authentication
If you want to use Hideez Key to unlock your PC, you need to add a Primary account in the Vault Settings tab.
Go to the Vault settings section and check the Use this device to Unlock the PC checkbox. After the checkbox becomes active, you will have to select a User, enter your password and select your Unlocking method:
​Tap & Go​
​Wait for user activity​
​Automatic unlock​
You can specify preferable distance values ​​for the proximity mechanism. Your PC will be locked when the Bluetooth signal level falls below the specified value in % and unlocked when the Bluetooth signal level exceeds the specified value in %.
We recommend setting the intervals between the values ​​at least 40. 
The optimal values are: 
— Lock - 30%;
— Unlock - 70%. 
LEARN MORE:
How to add a Primary account to unlock your PC
How to set up locking / unlocking methods​
Step 8: Passwordless Authentication
Hideez Key supports passwordless authentication stadards (FIDO U2F and FIDO2) developed by the FIDO Alliance. FIDO specifications are currently supported in Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge and Apple Safari web browsers. 
In order to use Hideez Key as a FIDO security key, you have to pair it with your endpoint device(s). The supported devices include computers running Windows 10 or Windows 11, macOS (High Sierra and later), Android (version 7.0+), and iOS (version 13.3+) devices.
After the Hideez Key has been successfully paired with your endpoint device via Bluetooth, you can proceed to setting up a passwordless login to the desired accounts:
Services that support passwordless authentication and 2FA include Google, Microsoft, Facebook, Twitter, Dropbox, and other platforms. You can review the full list of sites supporting FIDO2 and FIDO U2F standards here.​
LEARN MORE:
How to pair Hideez Key with Windows, or Android devices
How to pair Hideez Key with macOS, or iOS devices
How to use Hideez Key for passwordless authentication​
Step 9: Physical Access
You can use Hideez Key as an RFID keycard. The device contains an RFID module that can be programmed to open an electronic door in your house, office, or gym. 
You may ask authorized locksmith service to clone your exiting key fob on Hideez Key.
Learn more: How to use Hideez Key as an RFID card​
Additional Info:
How to change your master password
How to wipe the device
How to update the firmare of the Hideez Key
How to update the Hideez Client​
Any Questions? 
We offer online help to assist customers with their inquiries. 
Please write at [email protected] to get in touch our support team member.