From banks and email to shopping malls and government services—with dozens of passwords to memorize, many people reuse the same password for multiple places or write them down in their phone's memo app. Free Password Manager BitwardenIt is a tool that collects these passwords in a single encrypted safe and automatically enters them into each device.
What kind of tool is it?
- Even with the free plan, there are no limits on the number of passwords you can save or the number of devices you can use. There are no additional costs even if you use it on both a computer and a mobile phone.
- As it is an open-source program, anyone can verify the security structure, and stored content is encrypted on the device before being synchronized.
- It can be used as a computer app for Windows, macOS, and Linux, a mobile phone app for iPhone and Android, and a browser extension for Chrome, Edge, Firefox, etc.
- It features a generation function that automatically creates strong passwords, allowing you to easily create different passwords for each site.
- You can import passwords saved in other password managers or browsers, making it easy to transfer them as if you were moving.
- The Personal Premium, for those who need more features, is relatively affordable at around $10 per year.
Try starting like this
- Create an account on the official website (bitwarden.com) and install the app. Please be sure to check the address, as there are advertisements and impersonation sites with similar names.
- Choose a long and easy-to-remember phrase for the 'master password' to open the safe, write it down on a piece of paper, and keep it in a safe place in your home. If you forget this password, it will be difficult to recover the safe.
- Start by registering your frequently used sites one by one, and use the generation function to change the passwords for places where you have been using the same password.
- It is recommended to also enable two-step verification (email or verification app) to protect your account.
Once you settle in Canada, the number of accounts you must protect—such as those with the CRA, banks, and mobile carriers—will rapidly increase. Developing password management habits from the start can significantly reduce the risk of account theft.
Source: ZDNET — Bitwarden review: Our favorite free password manager
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