Password Manager
Software that generates, stores, and auto-fills strong, unique passwords for every account, secured behind a single master password.
A password manager generates and stores unique, complex passwords for every account you use. Instead of remembering dozens of passwords (or reusing the same one), you remember a single master password that unlocks your vault.
Why Password Reuse Is Dangerous
When a service gets breached, attackers test stolen credentials against other sites. This is called credential stuffing. If you reuse passwords or follow predictable patterns (Company1!, Company2!), one breach compromises everything. A password manager eliminates this risk entirely by generating random, unique passwords for each account.
What a Good Password Manager Does
- Generates strong passwords: Random strings of 20+ characters that no human would create or remember.
- Auto-fills credentials: Reduces phishing risk because the manager only fills passwords on the correct domain, not on lookalike sites.
- Stores securely: Vaults are protected with end-to-end encryption, meaning even the provider cannot read your passwords.
- Syncs across devices: Access credentials on your laptop, phone, and tablet.
- Supports 2FA: Many password managers also store TOTP codes for two-factor authentication.
For Teams and Businesses
Business-tier password managers add:
- Shared vaults for team credentials
- Admin controls and access policies
- Audit logs (useful for nDSG compliance)
- Emergency access procedures
- Integration with SSO providers
Popular Password Managers
- 1Password: Strong team features, excellent UX, widely adopted in Swiss SMEs.
- Bitwarden: Open-source, self-hostable, very competitive pricing.
- NordPass: From the makers of NordVPN, integrates well with their security ecosystem.