best password program

I'd be interested in knowing what password program is best for a mac.

Thanks

iMac, iOS 6.0.2

Posted on Mar 13, 2016 9:45 AM

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Mar 13, 2016 2:14 PM in response to dmitchtpa

1Password <https://agilebits.com/>

LastPass <https://lastpass.com/>


They have different models for paying.


Both are cross platform and will sync your passwords securely across all their supported platforms.


They both can auto-fill login/password information via a hot key when using your browser.


They both have extensions/add-on for the various browsers.


I use 1Password on my Macs and iPhone. I know that if I updated a password entry (or secure note, or credit card information, etc....) on one system it will be available to me on all my systems.


The same can be said for LastPass, I just do not use it.


I highly recommend using a password manager. I suggest a long, but easy to type password. Once you get past simple dictionary words, length is the most important thing in making your password secure.


Mar 14, 2016 2:29 PM in response to dmitchtpa

dmitchtpa wrote:


I have el capitan on my mac 10.11.3 and that is where I would like a good password program.


Okay.


Maybe start with the Keychain Access.app tool that's integrated with OS X:


Applications > Utilities > Keychain Access.app


That's integrated with Safari and most other applications on OS X, and can be used to store secure (encrypted, password-protected) notes.


Then figure out what about that Keychain Access.app tool does (or does not) meet your particular needs or requirements.

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