Can I use Obi with Google Voice without giving my password?
Ellen:
I was surprised to be asked for my Google password when setting up my Google Voice connection. I don't give that to third parties. Is it possible to use the Obi with Google Voice without giving my password? I'm willing to go through extra configuration steps.
HMishra:
Well, not if the GV # is attached to your primary email-id.
An alternative popular option recommended on these boards would have you create another gmail id, transfer your existing GV# from your primary gmail to the newly created one and use the new one along with the associated password.
Ellen:
Thanks for the reply. I'll do that.
Lavarock7:
For whatr it is worth, it is my understanding that Obi takes that password and encrypts it but the clear password does not get saved in the box or on their server.
Perhaps someone else can chime in with more info.
geva:
One would hope that the password is encrypted as it is put into the database. That doesn't mean that it is safe however. All passwords like this that one system uses to connect to another need to be decryptable, meaning hackers can also decrypt them.
You shouldn't be surprised that OBi wanted your Google password. They cannot connect you to your GV and other services without out. Otherwise just anyone could type in your e-mail address and start taking your phone calls and using your GV line. That wouldn't work!
As was mentioned, a common best practice is just to create another Google account that is not related or connected to your main Google account. This not only separates things but also protects your main Google account much better.
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