(Image credit: KeePassXC) KeePassXC: The competitionĭevelopment of KeePassXC began because KeePass was only available for Windows, but now that KeePass is installable on other desktop platforms using Mono, KeePass is a legitimate choice for those who need a cross-platform password manager. KeePassXC has a quick start guide and a user manual in PDF format. You can also send self-destructing messages and easily share passwords in other tools. Other apps include breach detection, weak password checking, options to store sensitive data and whitelisting tools. The interface is ugly when compared to many others, and you don't get the various template and categorization options that are normal elsewhere.

This core functionality is fine, but KeePassXC doesn't have the resources behind it that you'll find from the big commercial apps – and it shows. A password generator with customizable rules can help you create strong passwords. You can add attributes and attachments and choose browser integration and auto-typing settings. Password entries can be organized into groups, and each password entry has options for URL, expiry data, notes, and icon. KeePassXC's interface isn't the most modern, but it's designed for functionality. KeePassXC doesn't have in-built syncing of database files across devices, but as the files are fully encrypted and self-contained, you can sync them on platforms like Google Drive or Dropbox without fear of anyone accessing the data without the master password. This works in most browsers and desktop applications without requiring a separate plugin. Selecting a password entry in KeePassXC and hitting an Autofill shortcut key automatically fills in your current application's username and password field. (Image credit: KeePassXC) KeePassXC: Interface and performanceīesides its cross-platform support, KeePassXC's most interesting feature is autotype. Installing KeePassXC on Windows only takes a few minutes.

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