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keepassxreboot/keepassxc

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TLDR

Free, open-source password manager that stores encrypted passwords locally on your device with browser extensions for auto-fill, no cloud subscription required.

Mindmap

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    What it does
      Store passwords locally
      Auto-fill in browsers
      Generate strong passwords
      Store 2FA codes
    Features
      Hardware security keys
      File attachments
      Secure notes
      Import from other managers
    Platforms
      Windows
      macOS
      Linux
    Browser support
      Chrome extension
      Firefox extension
      Edge extension
    Use cases
      Personal password vault
      Team credential sharing
      Privacy-first alternative

Things people build with this

USE CASE 1

Store and auto-fill passwords across all your websites and apps without relying on a cloud service.

USE CASE 2

Generate strong random passwords and keep two-factor authentication codes in one secure, encrypted vault.

USE CASE 3

Switch from paid password managers like 1Password or LastPass while keeping full control of your data.

USE CASE 4

Share credentials securely within a team or organization using the same encrypted file format.

Tech stack

C++QtSQLiteOpenSSL

Getting it running

Difficulty · moderate Time to first run · 30min

Requires C++ compilation and Qt dependencies; pre-built binaries may be available but building from source is the typical path.

Open-source and free to use for any purpose; the project is community-maintained with no proprietary restrictions.

In plain English

KeePassXC is a free, open-source password manager you install on your computer, no cloud subscription required. It stores all your passwords, usernames, website addresses, secure notes, and file attachments in an encrypted file that lives on your own device (or in cloud storage of your choice, like Dropbox or iCloud). Nothing gets sent to a company's servers by default, which is what makes it appealing to people who want full control over their sensitive data. It runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, and includes browser extensions so it can automatically fill in your passwords on websites in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and others. Beyond basic password storage, it includes a password generator to create strong random passwords, two-factor authentication code storage (so you can keep those one-time codes alongside your passwords), and even hardware security key support for extra protection. The project is a community-maintained modernization of the older KeePass software, updated with a cleaner interface and more features while keeping compatibility with the same file format. It's completely free with no premium tier, the whole thing is open-source and community-driven. For founders, vibe coders, or anyone managing lots of logins for tools and services: this is a solid self-hosted alternative to paid password managers like 1Password or LastPass. You own your data, there's no monthly fee, and it imports from those services if you're switching. With nearly 27,000 stars on GitHub, it's widely trusted by privacy-conscious users worldwide.

Copy-paste prompts

Prompt 1
How do I set up KeePassXC on my Mac and install the browser extension to auto-fill passwords in Chrome?
Prompt 2
Show me how to import my passwords from LastPass into KeePassXC and verify they're encrypted locally.
Prompt 3
What's the best way to generate a strong password in KeePassXC and store my two-factor authentication codes?
Prompt 4
How do I enable hardware security key support in KeePassXC for extra protection on my Windows PC?
Prompt 5
Can I sync my KeePassXC password file across devices using Dropbox or iCloud, and how do I keep it secure?
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