# Best Free & Premium Password Manager

Voted #1 by PCMag, The Verge, CNET, and G2. Free and premium password manager for secure password storage. Best free online password manager with unlimited passwords, sync across devices, and advanced security.

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FREE AND PREMIUM PASSWORD MANAGER

## All your passwords, effortlessly managed.

![header-products-personal](https://bitwarden.com/assets/VgDVZ7gp3SY3BBWkeLJlq/47177609f31c673b432257b080cdb453/header-products-personal.png)

[Create Premium Account](https://bitwarden.com/go/start-premium/)

[Start Free](https://bitwarden.com/go/start-free/)

## Awards and Recognition

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### Bitwarden works for everyone

The Free and Premium plans are especially great for:

- People tired of resetting forgotten passwords
- Anyone overwhelmed by too many passwords and ready to get organised
- Everyone who cares about account security and preventing breaches

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### Why you need a password manager

**The situation:** Remembering unique passwords for 100+ accounts is impossible, and reusing passwords puts everything at risk.

**The solution:** A password manager creates and remembers them all for you. Real protection without the hassle.

![illustration-exposed-passwords](https://bitwarden.com/assets/5VBuwQQ4V4r88ebBFh7Fyx/407425fc0fbe3483a115012a61ae45d7/illustration-exposed-passwords.png)

## Everything you need in a password manager

### Access everything everywhere

What use are [strong passwords](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/password-generator/) if they're hard to access? Bitwarden stores unlimited passwords, identity information, credit cards, [secure notes](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/blog/what-is-a-bitwarden-secure-note/), and even file attachments. Since Bitwarden syncs across all your devices, passwords and credentials auto-fill from any browser or mobile device, hassle-free.

![icon-credit-cards-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/1CvDLvE2awFPET79jFZ3Mj/df36afd94b23339a51e139b3211c61c9/icon-credit-cards.png)

[Download to your device](https://bitwarden.com/download/)

### Share seamlessly

Share passwords securely with your partner, friend or family member. Create a shared vault for streaming logins, banking credentials and household accounts, or use Bitwarden Send to share encrypted text, files and links with anyone safely. 

![icon-secure-send-flat-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/41tGBJSui25m0izwTdovB2/ee814751f6908a79504e7f7bbdc562a0/icon-secure-send-round.png)

[Explore Bitwarden Send](https://bitwarden.com/products/send)

### Advanced two-factor authentication (2FA)

Generate authentication codes directly in Bitwarden with [built-in TOTP](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/integrated-authenticator/). Premium users manage passwords and codes in one encrypted vault with no need to switch apps. The Bitwarden Authenticator app also syncs seamlessly for access from either platform.

![icon-2fa-password-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/21h0GjvagUjk670OEWDg4y/0866fc456205500ded856eaeac01e9c7/icon-2fa-password.png)

[Bitwarden Authenticator App](https://bitwarden.com/products/authenticator/)

## Start with core features, completely free

Bitwarden is consistently rated the best free password manager by **PCMag**, **The Verge**, and **CNET**. Here’s why:

- **Unlimited passwords on unlimited devices:** Use Bitwarden everywhere
- **Passkey management:** Secure, passwordless login for modern accounts
- **Password generator and autofill:** Create strong passwords and fill them in instantly
- **Share vault items with one user:** Perfect for couples or close family
- **Zero-knowledge encryption:** Your data stays private; even Bitwarden can't access it

![password-generator](https://bitwarden.com/assets/3CqFWX19aXrx9XpalZyL0/4d2d1f4862fb725d367fa0febcba8cbe/password-generator.png)

[Start for free](https://bitwarden.com/go/start-free/)

### Ready for more?

Some Bitwarden users stay on Free forever; it's that good. But if you want proactive security monitoring, encrypted file storage and emergency vault recovery, **Premium delivers advanced protection for just**[Embedded content price]**a month.**

![personal-collections](https://bitwarden.com/assets/5AeU1Y4bH7XLm6eRZNsNqX/8cea9b2ebbc9d9bad5db6e9885f44365/personal-collections.png)

## Get Premium for advanced protection

Thousands of users upgrade to Premium for complete peace of mind. Here's what you get:

### Never fall for phishing scams

Bitwarden actively blocks known [phishing](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/blog/how-password-managers-help-prevent-phishing/) sites before they load, protecting your credentials even on unfamiliar sites. 

![icon-phishing](https://bitwarden.com/assets/29YeTVlp9cMGqdMwg6VIpj/ca7bfd1ee0d7b2a41a499a2892d4aa75/icon-phishing.png)

### Protect more than just passwords

Store up to 5 GB of sensitive documents, passport scans, insurance cards and photos in your encrypted vault. Share files securely with [Bitwarden Send](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/products/send/), instead of unsecured email or messaging apps. Your confidential information stays protected, not exposed.

![icon-security-encrypted-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/3mHMxwMIDT81O96RfbxjeR/1794c13395ca38f548a66b3e83ca46fc/icon-secure-password.png)

### Stop juggling authentication apps

Generate 2FA codes directly in Bitwarden with the [integrated authenticator](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/integrated-authenticator/). No need to switch between apps. Simply log in, verify and you're done. 

![icon-2fa-password-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/21h0GjvagUjk670OEWDg4y/0866fc456205500ded856eaeac01e9c7/icon-2fa-password.png)

### Never lose access to your accounts

[Emergency access](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/emergency-access/) lets trusted contacts access your vault if something happens to you. You set the waiting period and stay in control.

![icon-vault-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/3hjNt96BFQIcTHIRNYkdsa/bcc4fe0978c6151307a7f966348ea947/icon-vault.png)

## What's the difference between Free and Premium?

| Features | Free | Premium |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited passwords and devices | ✓ | ✓ |
| Passkey management | ✓ | ✓ |
| Password generator and autofill | ✓ | ✓ |
| Zero-knowledge encryption | ✓ | ✓ |
| Share passwords with one other user | ✓ | ✓ |
| Data breach scanning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Two-step login | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hardware security keys | ✓ Up to 5 | ✓ Up to 10 |
| Integrated authenticator | - | ✓ 2FA codes built into Bitwarden |
| File storage | - | ✓ 5 GB secure storage for sensitive documents |
| Vault health reports | - | ✓ Find weak and compromised passwords before hackers do |
| Emergency access | - | ✓ Trusted contacts can recover your vault if needed |
| Priority support | - | ✓ Faster help when you need it |
| Phishing blocker | - | ✓ Block malicious sites before they load |
| Secure file sharing | - | ✓ Share encrypted files through expiring links |
| Pricing | **Always free** [Get started](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/go/start-free/) | [Embedded content price]**/month - 1 account** [Get started](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/go/start-premium/) |

## Pick a plan and never reset a password again

### Premium

**$1.65** *per month*

*Billed annually at $19.80*

Enjoy premium features

- Integrated authenticator
- File attachments
- Emergency access
- Phishing blocker
- Security reports and more

Share vault items with one other user

[Create Premium Account](https://bitwarden.com/go/start-premium/)

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### Families

**$3.99** *per month*

*Up to 6 users, billed annually at $47.88*

Secure your family logins

- 6 premium accounts
- Unlimited sharing
- Unlimited collections
- Organisation storage

Share vault items between six people

[Start Free Families Trial](https://bitwarden.com/go/start-families-trial/)

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Pricing shown in USD and based on an annual subscription. Taxes not included.

## Just getting started?

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## Top blog posts on password management

**BLOG**

### How to secure passwords: 6 practices for stronger online protection

Data breaches continue to make headlines, reminding everyone to take password security seriously. Here are six password security best practices to help guide the way.

[Read more](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/blog/6-things-to-keep-your-passwords-secure/)

**BLOG**

### Disable your browser-based password manager: Switch to the Bitwarden browser extension

Streamline and secure your Bitwarden experience by turning off your browser’s password management.

[Read more](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/blog/make-way-for-your-password-manager/)

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### Living the passwordless life with Bitwarden biometrics

No one loves passwords. That's why everyone loves their password manager for letting them live the passwordless life.

[Read more](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/blog/living-the-passwordless-life/)

## Awards and Recognition

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is a password manager?

A dedicated password manager [securely](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/blog/how-to-share-files-and-sensitive-information-securely/) stores passwords in an encrypted vault that is accessed with a [master password](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/master-password/) (security key). Password managers often integrate with browsers via browser extensions to autofill login forms, generate strong passwords, warn about weak passwords (or passwords that have been subject to a breach), and synchronise data across multiple devices. Password managers make it easy to access saved passwords for your desktop apps and mobile apps. But they also generate secure passwords (no more weak and reused passwords!) and offer a number of other benefits like:

- [Secure password](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/password-strength/) sharing across desktop and mobile apps.
- Unlimited password storage.
- [Encrypted file storage](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/attachments/).

Bitwarden is a [free password manager](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/pricing/) that secures account passwords on different platforms like Windows, macOS, and Linux to prevent unauthorised access. Bitwarden also protects mobile apps with a downloadable mobile version for [Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.x8bit.bitwarden) and [iOS](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/bitwarden-password-manager/id1137397744) phones.

Bitwarden's browser extensions are compatible with major web browsers like [Chrome](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/bitwarden-free-password-m/nngceckbapebfimnlniiiahkandclblb?browser=chrome), [Firefox](https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/bitwarden-password-manager/?browser=firefox), [Safari](https://itunes.apple.com/app/bitwarden/id1352778147?browser=safari), and [Edge](https://microsoftedge.microsoft.com/addons/detail/jbkfoedolllekgbhcbcoahefnbanhhlh). And Bitwarden also offers a standalone [authenticator app for mobile](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/blog/bitwarden-just-launched-a-new-authenticator-app-heres-what-it-means-to-users/). Since Bitwarden syncs across all devices, passwords and credentials [autofill from any browser hassle-free](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/learning/how-to-autofill-your-passwords-and-other-information/).

For companies, check out the [Business Password Manager](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/products/business/) and the [Enterprise Password Manager](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/products/enterprise/) from Bitwarden.

### What is the best password manager for personal use?

In a digital age where AI is changing the narrative, a great password manager is one that protects your online experience from your desktop (via a browser extension) to your mobile device (iOS and Android apps). Popular password managers secure passwords, generate passwords and identify weak passwords. Other useful features to look out for include secure file storage, login autofill and **dark web monitoring** for data breaches. [Good password](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/blog/how-long-should-my-password-be/) managers also allow you to store things like credit card numbers, bank account numbers, PINs and secure notes, as well as storing your online login credentials.

But not many come with a free version. And there is only one that is built as an open-source password manager: Bitwarden.

Bitwarden is a CNET-recommended password manager, selected based on comprehensive testing and evaluation of features, security, compatibility, pricing and user needs.

 

### Is Bitwarden the best free password manager?

Bitwarden is consistently rated the best free password manager by independent reviewers like PCMag, The Verge and CNET. The Bitwarden Free plan includes unlimited passwords, unlimited devices, passkey management and zero-knowledge encryption. With open-source security and no device limits, Bitwarden Free delivers trusted security everyone needs at no cost.

### Are password managers 100% safe?

Password management is an important protection against cybercrime. Many password managers are protected by strong security such as AES, a technology used to protect sensitive government information. Although password managers are a strong defence against data breaches, it is still very important for users to practise good password habits, protect the [master passwords](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/blog/picking-the-right-password-for-your-password-manager/), use 2FA as an extra human-side defence layer, and be aware of phishing scams that attempt to bypass the security features that the best password managers have. While no system is completely immune to hacking, reputable password managers use strong encryption and security practices to minimise the risk. Using a strong master password and enabling two-factor authentication can further reduce the chances of unauthorised access to password data.

### Why do we need standalone password managers?

Instead of relying solely on first-party managers offered by Apple or Google, using a third-party password manager means your login details are accessible anywhere, not tied to Google or an Apple device, or locked into a specific ecosystem.

### Does a password manager work on my iPhone or Android phone?

Yes! Dedicated password managers share your vault across desktop and mobile devices. So you can [autofill](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/auto-fill-browser/) usernames on sites and apps across desktop and mobile apps as needed. Read more here at [Bitwarden for iOS](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/auto-fill-ios/) and Android.

### Can I share passwords with a family member?

Of course. Sharing passwords and sensitive data across households makes it easier and more efficient to log in to music platforms, pay bills, and look at online photo albums. Bitwarden [family plans](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/pricing/) start from as little as [Embedded content price] per month for up to 6 users. [Get started with a 7-day free trial](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/go/start-families-trial/).

### What happens if I forget my master password?

Your master password cannot be reset or recovered. Bitwarden zero-knowledge encryption means that even we can't access it. However, you can set up account recovery options or Emergency Access to grant trusted contacts the ability to restore your vault. It is strongly recommended to [store your master password securely](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/resources/bitwarden-security-readiness-kit/) and enable two-factor authentication for additional protection.

### How do passkeys work, and are passkeys safer than passwords?

Passkeys use cryptographic keys stored on your device instead of traditional passwords, making them phishing-resistant and difficult to steal in data breaches. When you log in, your device verifies your identity using biometrics or a PIN, without transmitting any secrets over the internet. Bitwarden stores and syncs passkeys across all your devices, giving you passwordless security with the same convenience as saved passwords.

### How can I check if my passwords were exposed in a breach?

Bitwarden data breach scanning (included in all plans) alerts you when your email or credentials appear in known breaches. **Premium** users also receive vault health reports that identify weak, reused and compromised passwords, along with actionable recommendations. Run these reports regularly to find vulnerabilities before attackers do, and update exposed credentials immediately to protect your online accounts.