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What is KeePass?

KeePass is an open source password manager which secures passwords in a database locked with a master password or key file.

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Excellent password manager

10 out of 10
January 31, 2020
It is currently used as the standard individual password management offering across the entire organization. It has reduced user …
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NF
Nadja Feicht
Senior Software Engineer
Telekom (Telecommunications, 10,001+ employees)
Verified User
Technician in Information Technology
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Company, 201-500 employees
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What is KeePass?

KeePass is an open source password manager which secures passwords in a database locked with a master password or key file.

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KeePass is an open source password manager which secures passwords in a database locked with a master password or key file.

Reviewers rate Support Rating highest, with a score of 9.7.

The most common users of KeePass are from Mid-sized Companies (51-1,000 employees).
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KeePass is a highly valued and widely used password management software that securely stores and manages service accounts and passwords for hundreds of machines and thousands of users/accounts. With an easy-to-use interface, KeePass allows different departments within organizations to operate for various customers with different users while maintaining a high level of security. Users appreciate the convenience and security provided by KeePass being a local application with its own app on Windows and Android.

Additionally, KeePass is relied upon by IT departments to store sensitive passwords and enable difficult password creation for all administrators. The software is used across organizations as a secure alternative password manager, with a master database on a server and individual databases for personal passwords. KeePass helps IT departments keep track of numerous random passwords set up for service accounts and other purposes, ensuring password security in one central location. It also aids in sharing login credentials within technical departments, reducing user frustration and securely storing sensitive information.

Furthermore, KeePass is recommended by long-time users who find it invaluable for password management due to its ability to manage and maintain a variety of online accounts with randomly generated passwords. Some users even utilize KeePass for repetitive form filling, citing its ease of use and integration with browsers. The software also provides a unified and synchronized solution for storing passwords and notes, both for individual use and in teams. Overall, KeePass has become the standard password management offering across organizations, offering convenience, security, and peace of mind.

Password Management Feature: Many users have praised the password management feature, with several stating that it makes it incredibly easy to store and view their accounts when they can't remember login information. They appreciate the ability to generate unique and complex passwords for enhanced security.

Ease of Use: Reviewers have consistently mentioned the simplicity and ease of use of the password management system. They feel that it is suitable for any end user and can be easily scaled to meet their needs. Users also commend its well-designed user interface, making it visually appealing and user-friendly.

Security Measures: Multiple users have expressed satisfaction with the overall security measures provided by the password management system. They appreciate features such as encrypted database storage, secure notes, access control, and timely alerts about expiring passwords. This comprehensive approach ensures the protection of sensitive information and enhances overall security.

  1. Clunky viewing of passwords: Some users have found the viewing of passwords to be clunky and have suggested that there might be a better way to do it. They have to edit the entry and unmask the password in order to view it, which can be inconvenient and disrupt their workflow.

  2. Import function needs improvement: Many users have mentioned that they would like to see improvements in the import function. They feel that the current process of importing passwords from a browser lacks granularity and could be more user-friendly, providing them with more control over what data is imported.

  3. Lack of dark mode: A significant number of users have expressed their desire for a dark mode feature in the software. The absence of this option makes it difficult for them to use the software comfortably, especially during nighttime or in low-light environments where a dark theme would be less straining on their eyes.

Users recommend adopting the free version of KeePass for securely storing passwords. They suggest creating a personalized user guide and gaining support from key managers to promote widespread usage of KeePass. Users find KeePass to be a safe and user-friendly password manager. They also highlight its convenient feature of storing servers and URLs. KeePass is favored over other alternatives due to its free availability and strong support. It is particularly suitable for tech-savvy individuals seeking control and customization in their password management. Furthermore, users recommend implementing KeePass as a cost-effective solution for enforcing password policies in companies. They suggest replacing insecure practices like post-it notes, spreadsheets, and written passwords with KeePass for enhanced security and centralized password tracking.

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January 04, 2024

Reliable and time saving software

NF
Nadja Feicht
Senior Software Engineer
Telekom (Telecommunications, 10,001+ employees)
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
The pasting of username and password works really well with just one shortcut. Also the overview over all credentials and the details you can provide are pretty helpful. I like that there are shortcuts for different scenarios and that they are chosen intuitively. It’s also easy to install and e.g. share KeePass documents with others if you use shared secrets like tokens for systems or machine accounts.
December 29, 2023

Keepass - Great Overall Password Manager

Verified User
Technician in Information Technology
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad Company, 201-500 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Likelihood to Recommend
It's particularly great for storing shared login data for more users or very secure storage of single-user data. It also has an internet browser extension for integration into the browser, but it requires some additional setup, unlike other password managers that are installed in a couple of clicks and are immediately ready to use.
December 29, 2023

KeePass is great for password storage

Oleg Liski | TrustRadius Reviewer
Oleg Liski
Web Artisan
Artisansoft Oy (Information Technology & Services, 1-10 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
- KeePass is well suited for personal passwords storage
- KeePass is well suited for storing shared passwords for small company (up to 10-20 people) where passwords are stored equally between all users who has master password

Keepass is not very good for large company, if you need to specify detailed access to each password or if you need to know who had access to each password
May 25, 2022

KeePass is free and best for small deployments

Verified User
Professional in Information Technology
Consumer Goods Company, 51-200 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
[KeePass] works extremely well for personal work passwords and personal-use passwords for home. It allows users to remember 1 single complex password in order to gain access to the entire database of passwords. It doesn't work so well if you want to sync passwords to multiple devices such as your computer or phone. It can be done, but it's not simple.
August 18, 2021

Stock your passwords and info with your workgroup. Never forget them all!

Verified User
Consultant in Information Technology
Information Technology & Services Company, 11-50 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
KeePass is good in small businesses or in a specific department.
I think maybe is not the right choice for a big amount of information. If you have to share but protect quick info, like passwords or encrypted methods to do a job. Well, that's the best app I found in the app stores.
July 27, 2021

Free to use and all Passwords with You and your device

Verified User
Technician in Information Technology
Computer Networking Company, 11-50 employees
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
It's a small application. It can also be used on all Platforms. A really good function is to synchronize the password vault with your Smartphone. So You have your Accounts always with You.

It's also really useful if you need to create new passwords because you can define which characters are recommended.

What can be better is the Design. This is a bit outdated I think
There are also so many settings to start. A short Assistant with the most important settings would be very useful.
July 27, 2021

The Most Stable and Reliable Password Management

AC
Albert Chen
Web Developer
Baynami (Consumer Goods, 1-10 employees)
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
It's suited for a company that required a great password management solution for upper-level management and very trusted users.
Might not be the best for high turnover employees and requires IT to set up, normal users may have trouble setting it up for the 1st time.
Only one database can be used across a group, if you need tiered access for different levels of logins, this might not be the best.
July 27, 2021

KeePass is my favorite storage for lots of users and passwords

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Frank Haarmann
Senior Consultant
CGI Deutschland B.V.&Co.KG (Information Technology & Services, 1001-5000 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Compared to the password management in the Firefox browser, Keepass is using a separate database. This database can be backed up separately, stored on a USB stick or something similar. If you have to set up a new Computer, you can use your database easily. I also use KeePass for storing comments to my users (online shopping) in order to remind me of particular information regarding the single online stores. Using KeePass for online shopping makes it easy to create a unique user and password for each online shop. And you can set an expiry date for your password and KeePass reminds you to create a new password.
July 27, 2021

Free, Solid Password Manager Solution

Verified User
Manager in Information Technology
Chemicals Company, 501-1000 employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Solid product for usage but should be backed often.
If a backup is missing and the config changed, it can be difficult to recover.
This can be accomplished by saving the file to a Cloud storage as OneDrive or GDrive or any company DFS solution.
Overall free and easy to use solution.
May 16, 2021

Best tool to manage and organize your credentials, period!

Verified User
Employee in Information Technology
Information Technology & Services Company, 1001-5000 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
This is the best tool I've used so far that is out there and it's completely free to use, so it has great value. You'd love this tool if you a number of credentials, on the other hand, if you have just a few and don't care about changing your password or only use 1 master password this tool is not for you.
January 26, 2021

Super easy to use and packed full of features to make password management easier!

Verified User
Analyst in Information Technology
Information Technology and Services Company, 1001-5000 employees
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
I feel that KeePass is an excellent choice for password management. The application is very easy to use, free and provides a rich feature set that makes it an ideal solution for our organization. The application also can be used for individual purposes, not just for a corporate environment. The ability to create random passwords, mark expiration dates, and provide associated URLs is a massive bonus for our organization. Additionally, the application gives us a higher level of security around password management since we only have to remember a single password. This helps to keep people from writing down or storing sensitive account info in unsecured manners.
December 03, 2020

Highly Recommended Credential Manager

Sam Livermore, MCP, iTIL | TrustRadius Reviewer
Sam Livermore, MCP, iTIL
Lead Systems Administrator
MoneySolver (Financial Services, 201-500 employees)
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Great entry point for users new to managing their passwords. Like the ease of use, ability to group into categories and provide updates. We implement this to all new users in our organization so they have a tool to manage the access to out internal and external systems. Once this deployed in our corporate image, we saw a reduction in password tickets to our helpdesk. Providing our end users with a tool to manage their credentials was a win-win for IT.
March 03, 2020

Secure and Convenient Password Storage

Jacob Wall | TrustRadius Reviewer
Jacob Wall
Senior Technical Writer / Client Services
Georef Systems Ltd. (Computer Software, 11-50 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
Well suited for storing passwords used for business purposes that require additional security above and beyond browser password storage. It's also convenient for sharing passwords across a team or a company. It would be less suitable for storing only personally used passwords (even for business purposes) due to the extra setup required. (Although if you use the passwords in a variety of applications, it would still be an improvement.)
January 31, 2020

Excellent password manager

Verified User
Professional in Information Technology
Financial Services Company, 10,001+ employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Likelihood to Recommend
It is well suited to password and secret management, both on an individual and team level. It manages passwords in encrypted files. These files can be stored locally, or on a shared location safely, allowing for robust availability of the information, while still having the contained data secure. Security of the data can be managed through either a master password, a cert/key, or by tying to a specific Windows user and computer, or a combination of any/all of those three options.
January 21, 2020

KeePass does the job

Verified User
Manager in Information Technology
Logistics and Supply Chain Company, 51-200 employees
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
It works well for storing and retrieving passwords for a small team especially when passwords need to be used by multiple individuals. Also the ability to generate strong passwords automatically is a positive especially for programs that require regular password updates. Prevents accounts getting locked out after password changes or a lot of time passing since last use.
January 19, 2020

It's not the same as LastPass, but it does the job without costing anything

Greg Madden, CISSP | TrustRadius Reviewer
Greg Madden, CISSP
Network Administrator
Parallax (Utilities, 51-200 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
For smaller IT departments or small businesses needing a free password management solution, this is perfect. there is no cost, and it doesn't require a degree to implement. It isn't as great for larger organizations or in organization-wide implementations, but it can work for individual departments within large organizations
January 09, 2020

KeePass: Great and Secure Password Management and More!

Matt James | TrustRadius Reviewer
Matt James
Junior Systems Administrator | POS Programming Specialist
AIKG LLC (Entertainment, 501-1000 employees)
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
I was actually recommended this product by a colleague of mine and we have used it ever since. It is well suited for small to large IT departments that have a large number of service accounts and/or online service accounts such as Dropbox, Splashtop, Exchange, etc. For the home user, I would maybe recommend it if he/she wanted to keep track of personal accounts, numbers, recovery codes, etc. But this is mainly more for the business user.
November 07, 2019

KeePass is a great password manager!

Robert Gephart | TrustRadius Reviewer
Robert Gephart
Partner
Cantlon Financial Planning, LLC (Financial Services, 1-10 employees)
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
It is well suited for people who have a cloud solution like Google Drive or Dropbox for their personal files. The cloud service allows you to keep your KeyPass file up to date across multiple computers. It is less suited to someone who uses random computers. In that case, you would need to use a flash drive to keep your passwords with you.
October 18, 2019

If you value open source at all, KeePass should be your next (and last) stop.

Verified User
Team Lead in Other
Consumer Electronics Company, 201-500 employees
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Likelihood to Recommend
I find KeePass to be best suited to individuals (for both personal and work-related use) or small- to medium-sized businesses/teams. Those that need to locally store sensitive account key/access information, and would like to do so without handing you most precious data to a third-party vendor -- KeePass should be your next (and last) stop.

Alternatively, I would would be surprised to find a large, corporate implementation of KeePass.
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