Password manager

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A password manager is software that stores usernames and passwords in a collection called a password vault. The vault is intended to be encrypted, and its encryption key is commonly derived from a master password chosen by the user. Most password managers can generate passwords, save credentials as they are entered, and fill them when the user returns. Some can also synchronize records between devices, share credentials with other users, and store payment-card details, notes, and documents. Password managers are available as standalone applications, browser extensions, features built into web browsers, and services integrated with an operating system. A vault may remain on one device, be synchronized through a provider's servers, or be copied between devices through a separate file-storage service. By generating and storing a different password for each account, a password manager can reduce the need to memorize many passwords or reuse the same password across accounts. Because a single...

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