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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
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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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Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We have a large set of different tools which come with different credentials in our company as single sign on is only slowly being distributed amongst all our systems. Also we have some shared secrets like tokens for M2M accounts or systems like vault which we use on our local development systems. To be able to manage so many credentials, we use KeePass. I have a local KeePass file for my personal credentials and also a shared one for shared secrets.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
We are using KeePass for sharing password for various shared systems, important notes, login data, product keys, etc. and storing them locally. This solves issues of having these thing stored individually on different users and of course having it much more securely stored. This also eliminates unnecessary password resets since everything is neatly stored in one place.
Oleg Liski | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use KeePass to store passwords to servers, services, bank card details, etc.
We also use KeePass to store passwords to our client's servers/services.

KeePass is used on two levels:
1) Personal accesses, that should not be shared with other people. For this case, we use private file with private master password.
2) Passwords/usernames to shared accounts that should be shared inside company. For this case, we use shared file that encrypted using password+keyfile, and that is shared automatically via google diive.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We are using KeePass across our organization as an alternative password manager. We have the master database setup on a server and have the clients access it via the synchronize method. This allows all users to access the passwords yet only have to keep 1 database file. We also have different users with their own KeePass file for their own personal passwords. Both options keep passwords stored in an encrypted file so they are only accessible by users that have the correct password.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Well KeePass is used for maintaining passwords stored securely in one place. We use it for keeping in mind password used sometimes, for example for partners internet sites or account that needs an authentication "not for all". We share the login in the app password in the technical department, In a business phone hidden in the office, only a few people know it and we sync 2 or 3 times a year the application on a tech laptop. With this method, all the technicians can have all the passwords needed to work also when the colleague is out.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
KeePass is one of those tools you need if you manage more than 1 account. I find it invaluable for managing and maintaining a variety of online accounts. All of my passwords are randomly generated and stored where I can easily access them anytime/anywhere.

I have been using it for more than 8 years, on the recommendation of the CIO at a client company. I use it on all of my devices. [In my opinion], I am happy to buy a beer or two for the developer each year. I recommend it highly.
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
This is used throughout the whole company. If people are using many applications with different accounts and passwords, we recommended they use a password vault instead of using the same password or writing them down on paper.
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
KeePass is being used as a secure password management database for all management staff across the organization.
It helps securely store user credentials without relying on the cloud and is heavily trusted for its many security features.
We like that everything is local and it has its own app on Windows and Android and isn't web-based.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
It is used by different departments where administrators need to operate for several customers with different users. Because of security reasons we have to change our password very often. No administrator is able to recall so many different passwords for so many different clients. And the requirement of our clients is a very high level of security.
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Used to:
1. Store the application passwords
2. Store securely websites passwords
3. Store securely notes for websites, applications, solutions
4. Have a unified, single, synchronized solution for storing passwords, notes that can be used individually and in teams.
5. The application is used across the company and by different teams.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
KeePass has been an amazing tool since the very first time I open it, we need to manage different accounts for different institutions, and KeePass help us to store and safely retrieve back the different credentials. It has been the easiest tool to backup a database with passwords. I love the fact we can have a master password that secures your KeePass database.
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
The KeePass application is being used primarily by our Information Technology department. There are a few other users in the organization that use the application, but it is almost exclusively being used by IT. This application helps us to keep track of the numerous random passwords that we have set up for Service accounts (and other account purposes).
Sam Livermore, MCP, iTIL | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We utilize KeePass as a credential manager for all of our users. We include this in our approved application bundle for all of our images and have provided a how to guide to all new users to get them familiar with managing their login credentials. The easy to use interface, and ability to save the database file to our network so it can be backed up makes this an easy win for our IT team.
Jacob Wall | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use KeePass to store not only shared passwords, but also information about websites and other applications where we would use them. We have also found a plugin for Chrome that allows us to auto-fill passwords from KeePass. If someone on another team adds a password, we have immediate access via KeePass. The provides the ideal combination of convenience and high security, protecting the passwords we use.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
It is currently used as the standard individual password management offering across the entire organization. It has reduced user frustration with access, allowing users to securely and robustly store important sensitive/confidential passwords and information without reliance on an external source/service. It also has made it easy for teams to securely store information scoped to their team. Some users use it for repetitive form filling for various web-based requests they find themselves commonly using. This program is straightforward to use, extensible, and very flexible, requiring little to no learning curve for standard use. It can integrate with browsers fairly simply and make the management/addition of new logins quite simple. I recommend this product to friends and colleagues alike.
January 21, 2020

KeePass does the job

Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We are using it to store passwords in the IT department for the development, EDI and infrastructure teams. Although our team is small we have many partners and resources that require a large variety of passwords to be tracked and updated on a regular basis. This allows our team to track all of this in a single location.
Matt James | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We have more than 400 machines that we manage and over 1000 users/accounts. Trying to remember all of those service accounts and passwords is difficult especially when each one has to be unique. KeePass does 2 things. First, it helps us store all of those service accounts and passwords in one easy and convenient database. And second, it keeps that database secure so we don't have to worry about anyone peeking where they shouldn't be.
Robert Gephart | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
KeePass is a software option that our employees can use to create and store passwords. Due to the need to log into multiple websites and change our passwords frequently, we needed a password manager to both to create and store these passwords.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
My team (specifically) leans on KeePass for secure password management. While our greater organization utilizes some form of encrypted protocol (all G Suite-based), my department frequently handles data that we only trust to be stored locally. When it came to our need for open-source, encrypted local storage of access codes, KeePass hit the nail on the head.
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