A password manager stores your login information and completes forms automatically. It can also generate strong passwords and share them securely.

Some password managers store your data locally while others keep it in the cloud. Some have been hacked in the past and others are slow compared to competitors.

1. 1Password

With 1Password, you can save passwords in your desktop browser or on your mobile phone so they’re instantly available for use at any website or app. The app will autofill login details and even thwart keyloggers, which are often installed by malicious software on public Wi-Fi networks to steal your information.

Weak and reused passwords are the biggest cause of data breaches, so 1Password’s tools can help you create strong, unique ones and keep them in check. There’s a built-in password generator, an option to automatically fill in forms on websites, and a convenient keyboard that displays resizable icons for easy navigation of categories and items.

It also has the best feature of any password manager we tested, a Travel Mode that temporarily hides your logins from prying eyes when you cross a border. 1Password is a little more expensive than other similar offerings, but its premium features make it well worth the extra cost. A subscription starts at $3/month, with additional options for families and teams. You can also try the service free for 14 days.

2. Dashlane

A close competitor to LastPass, Dashlane has the same robust feature set that users have come to expect from premium password managers. Users can manage logins, secure notes, and payment information from its web portal or browser extensions (for Firefox, Chrome, Edge, Safari). Unlike many other competitors, it is possible to share one or more passwords or Secure Notes with other users — they can either use them without viewing the contents or have full rights.

Upon launching, Dashlane prompts users with an onboarding checklist and guides them through the initial setup process. Users can also import logins and passwords from other services or add them individually, and the application will autofill credentials on websites it knows.

In addition to standard features such as secure file storage, form filling, and a dark web monitoring service, Dashlane has a password health section that scores the overall strength of a user’s passwords. Users can share items with other Dashlane members with ease and can revoke access to them in just a few clicks. Its paid plans are billed monthly or yearly, and it offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on all personal plans.

3. RoboForm

RoboForm is one of the most feature-dense password managers available, though the user interface may not be everyone’s cup of tea. Power users will love its many settings, which offer a highly flexible experience.

The program imports data from a number of other password managers and browser extensions, including 1Password, Dashlane, LastPass, NIS, Xmarks, KeePass, Password Boss, and Keeper. It also supports cloud storage, allowing for easy backup and restoration of passwords and identities.

It offers free versions for Windows, Mac, and Android. Premium plans are offered for both individuals and families, and all plans come with a 30-day money back guarantee.

A great feature is the ability to share folders of logins and other data with up to 50 people. These folders can be read and write, or log in only. In addition, the program can generate strong and unique passwords for every website. Lastly, the program includes advanced security features like a 256-bit AES encryption, a zero-knowledge system, and breach detection.

4. Keeper

For those who want a full-fledged password manager with a robust feature set and plenty of online perks, Keeper is worth considering. The software prioritizes security and reliability but has in the past tended to sacrifice some things that consumers prize like ease of use and aesthetics.

But Keeper has since improved, and the software now offers a more user-friendly interface. It also has more features, including a secure vault that keeps passwords private from hackers and an online service that notifies users when their data appears on the Dark Web.

The software uses AES-256 encryption to keep information safe on your device and is a zero-knowledge service, meaning even Keeper employees can’t access your data. It supports a variety of two-factor authentication methods (including text messages, its own dedicated authenticator app, RSA SecurID and Duo Security, Google Authenticator, and FIDO2 physical security keys).

Keeper offers an excellent value with its premium subscription, which comes with a mobile app, desktop and browser extensions, cloud storage, and a password security audit. Plus, students, military, and medical professionals get a 50% discount on Keeper’s price tag.

5. Sticky Password

Sticky Password is an excellent password manager that offers multiple features that most competitors don’t offer. For example, it has a feature that lets you lock up the software after a specific amount of time if you leave your computer unattended (within a minute). This prevents someone from accessing your online accounts and bank details if they have your master password.

In addition, the program doesn’t store any of your data on its servers – it is encrypted locally. However, this does mean that if you lose your master password, you won’t be able to recover your logins and passwords unless you can remember the password you used to create the account.

The program can import data sets from other password managers, including RoboForm, KeePass, LastPass, Dashlane, and 1Password. It also allows you to sync passwords and information between devices over a local network, which is much safer than using cloud syncing.

Sticky Password is available for Windows, Mac, iOS and Android. It has a 30-day money back guarantee and supports a variety of payment methods, including PayPal.