Bitwarden

Bitwarden: the open-source password manager

Bitwarden is an open-source, end-to-end encrypted password manager available on every platform. It replaces sticky notes and password reuse with a secure vault, synced across all your devices. Free for personal use, it is audited regularly by third parties.

Key features

• Encrypted vault with web, desktop and mobile access (iOS/Android)
• Browser extensions for auto-fill (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, etc.)
• Password and username generator
• Built-in TOTP authenticator (2FA) on the premium version
• Secure sharing via organizations and collections
• Security report: compromised, weak or reused passwords
• Self-hosting possible (Vaultwarden)

Quick setup

1. Create a free account at bitwarden.com
2. Choose a long, unique master password — it's the only one to remember
3. Install the browser extension for your browser
4. Import your existing passwords: Tools → Import data (CSV, KeePass, 1Password…)
5. Install the desktop or mobile app for offline access
6. Enable two-factor authentication in your account settings

Usage tips

• Set up auto-lock after inactivity to protect your vault
• Use the generator to create passwords of at least 16 characters
• Check the security reports regularly to spot compromised passwords
• Enable biometric unlock (fingerprint, Face ID) on mobile for convenience
• Also store your secure notes, payment cards and identities in the vault