KeePassXC
KeePassXC is a free, open-source, offline password manager that stores credentials in an encrypted database file.
Legal & ethical use. Use this tool only on systems, networks and data that you own or have explicit written permission to test. Unauthorised access or scanning can break computer-misuse laws (for example Pakistan's Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016, and equivalents elsewhere). Practise in your own lab or in authorised environments such as CTFs.
What it is used for
- Store unique strong passwords for every account
- Generate random passwords and passphrases
Key features
- Encrypted local database
- Password generator
- TOTP support and browser integration
Installation
Download from keepassxc.org/download or install from your OS package source.
Beginner usage guide
Create a database with a long master passphrase, store it in a backed-up location and never reuse passwords between sites.
Example commands
Run these only against your own lab or authorised targets. Placeholder addresses such as 192.0.2.x are documentation ranges.
Create a database (GUI)
Database → New DatabasePick a strong master passphrase; consider adding a key file.
Keep learning
References
Source verification
Last reviewed: 2026-10-27
Links checked over HTTP: 2026-10-27 07:51 UTC — official: 200, docs: 200, repo: 200
Commands were written from the official documentation and have not been executed on this site; test them in your lab.