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Password Manager

Updated June 1, 2026Also called: password vault

A tool that generates and stores unique strong passwords — and quietly helps detect phishing sites.

A password manager creates a different strong password for every account, so a breach on one site cannot unlock others. As a bonus, it will not auto-fill your credentials on a look-alike phishing domain, giving you a subtle warning.

Pairing a password manager with 2FA is one of the highest-impact steps you can take.

Frequently asked questions

How does a password manager help against phishing?

It only autofills credentials on the exact domain they were saved for. If you land on a look-alike phishing site, the manager won't fill in your login — a quiet signal that the page isn't the real one.

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