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 ## Access
 The BirdNET-Pi system can be accessed from any web browser on the same network:
 - http://birdnetpi.local
+- Default Basic Authentication Username: birdnet
+- Password is empty by default. Set this in "Tools" > "Settings" > "Advanced Settings"
 
 ## Uninstallation
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