Password Management Software

[luv2bsecure]

I think it would be interesting to hear what everyone is using for Password Management. I have used, "Password Safe" and tried a couple of others over the years, but things are getting out of hand on my end. I would like to see if there is something new out there to try. I think it would be interesting to see how everyone manages passwords for sites, email, shareware, etc.

I'll mention one I'm looking at: I have organized my projects for a long time using Tex Notes from GemX:
http://www.gemx.com/texnotes.php
It's a superb little information management program. They have a new product, with a very similar user interface called "GuardMax" for Password Management. I started to go ahead and buy it and then I decided against it until I hear what people here are using. No telling what I might be missing out on!

John
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[TonyKlein]

I use RoboForm, both for form filling and for password management:

http://www.roboform.com/

You can either choose whether to encrypt a password individually, or to encrypt all by default.

It can fill out passwords automatically if you so desire, and even log you into a site without any intervention on your part

Your choice.

I love this applicatin. It's very smart indeed.

[root]

I use Access Manager.
http://www.citi-software.co.uk/am/
Nothing real fancy, just keeps my passwords safe and available.

[Phil]

You might want to give this one a look. I dl it a few months ago just to take a look and it is still with me.

http://www.moonsoftware.com/pwagent.asp

They have a "Lite" freeware version that is limited only by the number of entries (25) per file so will give you a good flavor of the app.

In the meantime, I'm going to look at the one in your link! :)

Phil

[luv2bsecure]

Hi Phil!

Thank you for directing me to Password Agent. I had checked out some from Web Attack and none struck my fancy. After I saw your post and went to the site I saw this was from Moon Software. Well, small world, I use Moon's "Backup Magic" as my primary backup program! It's the easiest backup program I've ever used. I've had IT about a year or so. I downloaded Password Agent and really like it a lot. If you went to the GemX site, you will be surprised how similar they are in structure - using the groupings, folders, subfolders, etc.
Thanks for the link!

Have a good week,
John
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[Phil]

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Thank you for directing me to Password Agent. I had checked out some from Web Attack and none struck my fancy. After I saw your post and went to the site I saw this was from Moon Software. Well, small world, I use Moon's "Backup Magic" as my primary backup program! It's the easiest backup program I've ever used. I've had IT about a year or so. I downloaded Password Agent and really like it a lot. If you went to the GemX site, you will be surprised how similar they are in structure - using the groupings, folders, subfolders, etc.
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Pretty neat little app, huh. I have to curb my exuberence when suggesting an app I *really* like 'cause I have a tendency to sound like I work in marketing. ::)

Yes, I did notice what seems to be only a visual difference between the two. The GemX app appears to have a few more features and offers more algos (only two additional that I would be interested in) but the two apps are VERY similar. I guess a good idea is a good idea! I tend to prefer simplicity in my crypto apps, not more features. Seems the more an app can do, the more might go wrong. I do like the password within a password, though. I just may have to give the GemX app a test drive. Like you said, you never know what you might be missing. I can tell you I have had NO problems with PA. The Ringdoll 256 (well, that's the way it *should* be spelled ;D) is plenty strong enough for my needs. I'm glad you like it.

I note with interest your comments about Moon's backup util. I use a combo of NTBackup (the XP version is nice - better than W2k) and Drive Image 2002. I am very satisfied with the combo but am always looking.

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Thanks for the link!
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You are welcome! I hope it works out for you.
Phil

[TonyKlein]

I actually use two freeware shell extensions by MoonSoftware:

CopyUrl and FileTargets. Very nice! :D

And I did use to have Password Agent as well, until I started using RoboForm.

I figured, why use two applications, when only one will do, and very capably at that.

[luv2bsecure]

It seems like a few of us are on the same wavelength - given that Moon Software is such a small company. I, too, use FileTargets and Phil, I also compliment my "Backup Magic" regimen with Drive Image 2002!

John
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[the Tester]

I started using the same program Tony has(Roboform)after I dumped the evil reptile!(Gator)I got "hooked" on Roboform!It really is an intelligent program.

[root]

I decided to try Password Agent.
Little more to offer than Access manager. Think I'll go with it for a while. ;)

[Phil]

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It seems like a few of us are on the same wavelength - given that Moon Software is such a small company. I, too, use FileTargets and Phil, I also compliment my "Backup Magic" regimen with Drive Image 2002!
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Must be that "great minds" thing! ;D

Phil

[wink]

Hi,

Sorry for such a late post in this thread but I have only just been directed here via another.

I have been using Password Manager by Steganos
http://www.steganos.com/en/pwdm/index.htm

It is very easy to use and it also grades your passwords / generates passwords of a given strength. Not sure how good it is being from a none crypto background so perhaps you guys who have the experience can shed some light on it.

I find it quite useful I must say as the amount of passwords I have accumulated nowadays is quite ridiculous.

Wink :)

[Sonic]

Thanks for all the information. I have been looking for a password manager and I think I will give MoonSoftware a try.

Wilders.org has been an amazing source of information in the short time since I discovered it.

[meneer]

You may also take a look at whisper at http://www.ivory.org/whisper.html

I've had some favourable reports from users.

[luv2bsecure]

Hello Meneer! I don't remember you before - so I am assuming you are new to Wilders! Welcome!!

There is a big problem with Whisper. This program is a Password Manager, but offers only password protection for the program itself! It is absolutely critical that a Password Manager employ encryption. And not just any encryption; but good, solid, strong encryption using a well-known algorithm.

Thanks for adding to the discussion and the link. It actually did good by giving us a chance to talk about the importance of encryption in your Password Management tool. Inside that little .dat file is the key to all of your privacy and secrets. Once inside, a cracker has everything. It's critical that this piece of software be a veritable fortress.

Password Agent is a very good tool. Phil (in the post above) first recommended the program to me and I was using something very similar, but the one thing these two programs have in common: strong encryption.

Another that's good: Password Safe from CounterPane - organization is horrible though. But, using Password Safe, you can feel secure, it utilizes Blowfish from the noted cryptographer, Bruce Schneier, himself.

All the best!
John
Luv2BSecure

[root]

Yea, John, I've been very happy with Password Agent.
Works a treat, as they say in them funny countries. ;D

[meneer]

Hi John,

thanks for you Whispering, I'll use this info over here.

(also thanks for your welcome, I'm new here, but not everywhere ;D )