KeePassXC
Cross-platform open-source password manager that securely stores and auto-fills credentials while keeping data encrypted locally. No cloud, ads, or subscriptions.
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KeePassXC is a modern, secure, and open-source password manager that stores and manages sensitive information like passwords, URLs, attachments, and notes in an offline, encrypted file.
Key Features
- Cross-platform support: Thoroughly tested on Windows, macOS, and Linux for seamless experience across all major operating systems
- Offline encryption: All data remains encrypted at all times with no remote storage or cloud dependencies
- Auto-fill functionality: Automatically fills credentials into favorite apps and browsers
- Security certifications: Awarded ANSSI Security Visa (CSPN) by French National Cybersecurity Agency
- Open source: Completely open-source under GPLv3 license with source code available on GitHub
- Data portability: Stores data in encrypted files that can be stored anywhere, including private and public cloud solutions
- Passkey support: Stores backup eligibility and state flags for modern authentication methods
- Anti-DLL injection: Mitigations against malicious OpenSSL config files on Windows
- Auto-Type placeholders: Supports {TIMEOTP} and other advanced auto-type features
- Bitwarden import: Supports nested folders during Bitwarden database imports
Tech / Self-Hosting
KeePassXC is a fully self-hosted application that runs entirely offline. The encrypted database file can be stored on any device or cloud storage solution of your choice. No internet connection is required for core functionality. The software is available as:
- Native installers for Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Package managers for most Linux distributions
- Portable versions for easy deployment
- Source code available on GitHub for custom builds
The application prioritizes security through code reviews, testing, and has implemented policies to prevent AI-generated code from entering the codebase.