A password manager stores your logins in an encrypted vault. Instead of remembering dozens of passwords, you remember one strong master password.
Why it helps
The biggest advantage is unique passwords. If one website has a data breach, attackers cannot reuse that password everywhere else.
Set it up safely
Choose a trusted password manager, create a long master password, enable multi-factor authentication and update your most important accounts first.
Autofill and phishing
A password manager can help you notice fake websites because it usually fills passwords only on the correct domain.
Backups and recovery
Understand your recovery options before you rely on the vault. Losing the master password can be serious.
Frequently asked questions
Is a password manager safer than reused passwords?
Yes. Unique passwords reduce the damage from data breaches.
What makes a good master password?
Use a long phrase that is hard to guess and not used anywhere else.
Should I still use two-factor authentication?
Yes. Use MFA especially for email, banking, cloud and the password manager itself.