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14 changes: 13 additions & 1 deletion source/components/nitrokeys/pro/faq.rst
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.. faq:: What is the User PIN for?

The user PIN is at least 6-digits long and is used to get
access to the contect of the Nitrokey. This is the PIN you will use a lot in
access to the content of the Nitrokey. This is the PIN you will use a lot in
every day use e.g. for decrypting messages, for unlocking your encrypted
storage (NK Storage only) etc.

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Nitrokey Pro contains a tamper resistant smart card.

.. faq:: How is the data on the Nitrokey Pro protected?

* OpenPGP data is protected by PIN and the smart cards security mechanisms.
* Password Safe data (and encrypted storage of the Nitrokey Storage)
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is protected by PIN and smart card backed encryption.
* OTP data is protected by PIN authorization through the smart card.

.. important::
Starting with `Nitrokey 3 <../nitrokey3/index.html>`_ OTP data is
additionally encrypted. This adds an additional layer of protection to
OTP data and should be preferred.

.. faq:: Is the Nitrokey Pro Common Criteria or FIPS certified?

The security controller (NXP Smart Card Controller P5CD081V1A and its major
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