Free is always good, and when a free app is no longer free (or when the free version becomes so limited as to be practically useless), you need to decide whether to pay or move on. This happened with Evernote note manager almost five years ago, and now it’s time for users of the popular LastPass password manager to make the same decision. LastPass is changing its free version so that it only works on one type of device – your computer or mobile device. If you, like most of us, use a phone and a computer, you will have to start paying $ 3 a month or find an alternative.
If you prefer not to pay, there are other password managers that have free versions that may work best for you. And, of course, there are other alternatives. Most browsers, such as Chrome, Microsoft Edge and Firefox, have their own password managers. In addition, many security applications, such as Norton, offer their own password managers, so if you have already signed up for one, you may have a password manager available.
But if you prefer to use an independent password manager, here are a few that are currently available. We haven’t tried them yet; this is just a brief look until we have a chance to make recommendations.
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Image: Bitwarden
Bitwarden is a well-known open source password manager that offers a solid selection of features, including saving unlimited items, syncing between devices and generating passwords. For daily password usage, Bitwarden can be a good alternative.
Other prices: For $ 10 a year, you can add 1 GB of encrypted file storage and two-step login, among other extras.
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Image: Zoho
Zoho Vault, which is one of several Zoho productivity apps, has a free version that includes unlimited storage of passwords and notes, computer and mobile device access, two-factor authentication and password generation, among a very impressive number of others. characteristics.
Other prices: Zoho’s paid plan, which starts at $ 1 / month per user, offers business options such as password sharing and expiration alerts.
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Image: KeePass
KeePass is another free open source password manager, but, judging by its website, it can be a little difficult for users less technically able to adopt. Nothing is kept in the cloud, so while it can be more secure (you can store your passwords in a database encrypted with a master key), it is also less convenient. However, if you don’t mind manually transferring your password database from one device to another, it’s worth a try.
Other prices: None
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Image: LogMeOnce
The free version of LogMeOnce offers unlimited passwords and use on unlimited devices, along with autofill, synchronization, password generation and two-factor authentication. LogMeOnce uses ads to fund its free version, so this can be a setback, depending on your tolerance for advertising.
Other prices: Additional features start at $ 2.50 a month and include emergency access, additional password sharing and priority technical support, among others.
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Image: Nordpass
NordPass has a free version that includes unlimited passwords and synchronization between devices. Although there is no limit to the number of devices you can use, only one can be active at a time – so, for example, if you use it on your phone, you will be disconnected from your computer’s version.
Other prices: The premium version of NordPass allows you to have up to six active accounts running at the same time and includes secure item sharing and a data breach scanner, among other features.
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Image: RoboForm
RoboForm has been around for some time, although it has never been better known as LastPass or 1Password. Its free version offers unlimited passwords, filling in forms and emergency access, among other features. However, it does not sync between devices, which can be a definite inconvenience.
Other prices: RoboForm Everywhere costs $ 18 for a one-year subscription and allows you to sync between devices, perform cloud backup and use two-factor authentication, among other features.