Skip to main content
TrustRadius
KeePass

KeePass

Overview

What is KeePass?

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

Read more
Recent Reviews

TrustRadius Insights

KeePass is a highly valued and widely used password management software that securely stores and manages service accounts and passwords …
Continue reading

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 …
Continue reading
Read all reviews

Reviewer Pros & Cons

View all pros & cons
Return to navigation

Pricing

View all pricing
N/A
Unavailable

What is KeePass?

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

Entry-level set up fee?

  • No setup fee

Offerings

  • Free Trial
  • Free/Freemium Version
  • Premium Consulting/Integration Services

Would you like us to let the vendor know that you want pricing?

30 people also want pricing

Alternatives Pricing

What is Bitwarden?

Bitwarden headquartered in Santa Barbara offers open source password management solutions for individuals, teams, and business organizations.

What is 1Password?

AgileBits in Toronto offers 1Password, a password manager available to both private individuals and businesses, touting a unique approach to multi-factor authentication to improve security.

Return to navigation

Product Details

What is KeePass?

KeePass Technical Details

Operating SystemsUnspecified
Mobile ApplicationNo

Frequently Asked Questions

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).
Return to navigation

Comparisons

View all alternatives
Return to navigation

Reviews and Ratings

(77)

Community Insights

TrustRadius Insights are summaries of user sentiment data from TrustRadius reviews and, when necessary, 3rd-party data sources. Have feedback on this content? Let us know!

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.

Attribute Ratings

Reviews

(1-20 of 20)
Companies can't remove reviews or game the system. Here's why
Oleg Liski | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • Easy to use
  • Password's storage with hierarchy
  • Price to benefits ratio
  • Time-based one-time passwords would be nice addition
  • Automatic timeout for inactive - database should lock automatically
  • Automatic updates - would be nice that keepass could update on background.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • Remember passwords
  • Keep encrypted some informations
  • Sync in all the devices
  • The interface is not very appealing
  • It will be useful a web interface
  • The mobile app is not so easy to understand
  • Is not an application for all, I had to explain with accuracy to some customers
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • central password for a large password store
  • sharing of password databases within a team
  • automation of entering difficult user/password combinations
  • generation of high level passwords
  • scripting for specific tasks in forms
  • auto-type does not work with specific login dialogs like Pulse Secure
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • KeePass offers us a simple to use interface to store our passwords in a centralized location.
  • I particularly like the fact that it allows you to obfuscate the username/password.
  • The feature for copy/paste the credentials is also a very handy ability that helps to save us time.
  • The ability to include URL and expiration dates is also great to have.
  • It also has an option to randomly-generate passwords for you.
  • I don't believe that this is so much a negative, but be sure that you keep your password database saved in a location that is accessible (even during an outage). Failure to do so will make it hard/impossible to recover passwords in the event that your database is unreachable (such as if a network drive failure).
Jacob Wall | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • Very secure - no worries about our passwords being stored insecurely or in the wrong place.
  • Easy to share access to passwords used company-wide.
  • Integrates with Chrome and other browsers for ease of use and speed.
  • Price - free to use.
  • Outdated looking interface.
  • Setup is easy, but integration requires some more in-depth knowledge.
  • No automatic download/installation of upgrades.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
  • Password management.
  • Automation of repetitive web forms/requests.
  • Native browser integration. Integration is currently done with extensions/add-ons, however.
  • No app-specific UI customization, such as dark mode.
Matt James | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • Password management is great. It makes it super easy to store and view accounts if we can not remember particular login information.
  • The password generator is great as well! I like that it will generate a very unique and complex password for us.
  • It is nice to know how secure our passwords are when we add a new entry. It lets us know if we need to strengthen them.
  • Viewing of passwords is kind of clunky. Then again I might be doing it wrong to view them. I basically have to "edit" the entry then unmask the password to view it. But like I said, I might be doing it wrong.
  • The import function needs a bit of work. Importing passwords from a browser is just a mass import and it would be nice to have some more granular input.
  • Give me a dark mode!
Robert Gephart | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • Creates unique passwords for each login that you require.
  • Keeps a local encrypted copy of your passwords on your computer.
  • It is easy to find/look-up login credentials for each login. The user interface is well designed.
  • Keepass is kept locally on your computer. It takes a cloud service in order to keep it current on multiple computers.
  • Some websites do not work with the autofill feature in KeePass. Instead, you will find yourself on the reset password page. KeePass doesn't try to read the website before it pushes the autofill data.
  • The file on your computer is encrypted, but it is local and fairly easy to find on your computer.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
  • First and foremost, KeePass is open source! When it comes to a password management solution, we felt (and continue to feel) at ease knowing that we weren't handing the keys over to a single external facilitator.
  • It's free...forever!
  • You can import password databases from other providers (LastPass, etc.) fairly simply.
  • Lack of a direct mobile solution. There are unofficial ports (my favorite: KeePass2Android), but nothing directly under the KeePass banner.
  • You cannot automatically import username/password combinations from a web browser (though you can import from the majority of other password managers).
  • I personally do not see it as a detractor, but the most frequent feedback I hear is how barren/old the UI is. I view the UI as simplistic and pragmatic, which is exactly what I want in a password manager.
Return to navigation