ZDNET's key takeaways Password managers remain vital to your security.Linux has plenty of available options.These tools are ...

Using any password manager is better than using none, so if you’re avoiding your browser’s password manager because you’ve heard it’s unsafe, and as a result, use the same password across websites, ...

Three changes introduced in iOS 26 have enabled me to make Apple’s Passwords app my one and only password manager.

A vira Password Manager is free, syncs your credentials across your devices, and includes password hygiene alerts. Avira ...

When the IBM PC was new, I served as the president of the San Francisco PC User Group for three years. That’s how I met PCMag’s editorial team, who brought me on board in 1986. In the years since that ...

Passkeys are becoming increasingly common and, thankfully, easier to use. 1Password can now be set as your default passkey manager in Windows 11. Other password manager apps should follow closely.

Research various password managers, considering reviews, security reputations, and data handling practices. Opt for a service with responsive customer support and utilize free trials to test potential ...

Wrong — they’re meant to do so much more. I used to be in the same boat as many of you probably are, using password managers exclusively for generating and storing strong passwords. Then one day, my ...

The most famous museum in the world used an incredibly insecure password to protect its video surveillance system. Here's how ...

Password managers are widely regarded as safe. If anything, there are more risks involved with not using a password manager. That’s because password managers provide valuable tools that make it easy ...

Have you been using a password manager for your smart home security? Many of us store passwords in browsers like Chrome or Safari these days, but a standalone password manager makes a world of ...

I’ve set up multiple password managers, as part of my testing and reviews for PCWorld. And every time, I always take a moment right after creating an account to do one very, very important thing: ...