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KeePass can generate such a file for you. A key file may be any file, but it's recommended to use a file that contains at least 256 bits of entropy. KeePass can also get (a part of) the master key from a key file (not to be confused with the database file). If you use a master password, you only have to remember this one password (which should be long and complex to provide good security). This database is encrypted using a master password and/or a key file. KeePass stores your passwords securely in an encrypted database. See the file License.txt in the downloadable ZIP package for details. KeePass is distributed under the terms of the GNU General Public License v2. So it should run on all Windows operating systems without installation of any additional library. NET Framework is not required, nor are any other special DLLs. It has been developed using Microsoft Visual C++ with MFC classes. Examples for groups are "Windows", "Network", "Internet" and "Homebanking", but you can freely add and delete groups. KeePass supports groups, into which you can sort your entries. This database consists of only one file, so it can be transferred from one computer to another easily, and backups are easy to create. The program stores your passwords in a highly encrypted database. With this tool, you only need to remember one single, strong master password and/or carry a key file with you (more about this below). KeePass is a free, open source, light-weight and easy-to-use password manager. Unimaginable.īut who can remember all those passwords? Nobody, but KeePass can. He would have access to your e-mail account, website, etc. Also, you should use a different password for each account, because if you use only one password everywhere and someone gets this password, you have a problem. You need a password for the Windows network logon, your e-mail account, your website's FTP password, online passwords (like CodeProject member account), and so on. Nowadays you need to remember many passwords. Note: if you like this project, don't forget to vote for it!