Last updated: January 2023
Password managers are essential tools for modern digital security. Here's how they work and why you should use one:
A password manager is a secure vault that stores and manages all your passwords in encrypted form, protected by one master password.
They use strong encryption (like AES-256) to store your passwords locally or in the cloud, syncing across devices while keeping data secure.
Password generation, autofill, secure sharing, breach monitoring, and multi-factor authentication integration are standard features.
Eliminates password reuse, creates strong unique passwords, protects against phishing, and reduces exposure to keyloggers.
Cloud-based, locally installed, browser built-in, and enterprise solutions each have different strengths for various use cases.
Consider security track record, features, platform support, ease of use, and pricing when selecting a password manager.
Step-by-step guide to installing, creating a master password, importing existing passwords, and enabling security features.
Use a strong master password, enable 2FA, regularly update your manager, and create emergency access for trusted contacts.
Addressing worries about cloud storage, single point of failure, and what happens if you forget your master password.
Our password strength checker helps verify your master password and imported passwords meet security standards.