With countless websites and programs now requiring that users log in with a password, it is little wonder that many people resort to using the same password for a number of services simply to avoid forgetting them.
The program is, at its heart, a password database which can be used to store all of your login details in one secure, password protected location. This in itself is useful, but 1Password can also be used to automatically fill in login information so you do not have to do so manually.
1Password is compatible with all versions of Windows and can be used with Edge, Firefox, Chrome and Safari. When used in conjunction with your web browser for online shopping, 1Password can automatically fill in credit card details in online forms. With built-in phishing protection, coupled with the secure database, you can be certain that your details will never fall into the wrong hands.
Of course, you're not just limited to storing passwords. You can use 1Password to store secure notes, server login information, your credit cards, important phone emergency phone numbers and so much more.
These include a new diceware generator for creating strong passwords and support for the 1Password WatchTower service, which warns users when logins have been compromised.
New Duplicate and Weak Password categories help users track down passwords that need changing, while items can be now tagged for easier organisation and identification.
All items can now be shared securely via email and users can sync data with iOS devices using their local Wi-Fi network instead of the cloud. The update also comes with the promise of major performance improvements.
Verdict:
This powerful tool will enable you to store all your most important information, from passwords to your credit card details, safely and securely. Recommended.
Changelog
1Password 8.10.48 is a minor update (see changelog for more):
You can now sign in to 1Password securely by using a QR code. This simplifiees the process of setting up new devices without needing to manually enter your account password or Secret Key.
Guided Setup is now available for Individual and Family accounts. You’ll be able to use the step-by-step guide to help you set up autofill, practice the basics, import your passwords, and access your passwords everywhere.
You can now view item history and restore previous versions of items in the desktop apps.
When confirming your recovery code, you can now select and drag text into the “Enter your recovery code” field.
We’ve added arrow symbols next to accounts on the Manage Accounts screen to indicate they can be clicked.
We’ve made improvements to the sidebar so screen readers can announce the current selection.
The “Your Details” heading now wraps words that are too long.
Localization has been improved for a number of our supported languages using new translations from Crowdin.
We’ve removed the import and extension pages from the essential setup flow.
When installing the app, the MSI now removes previous user installs to prevent potential disruptions in functionality.
We’ve added localization support for the memorable password generator.
We’ve made visual improvements to the Watchtower Overall Password Strength meter.
We’ve made visual improvements to the Watchtower banners you see in your items.
We’ve updated the wording from “Feedback and Support” to “Support Community” in the Help button dropdown.
We’ve improved the message you see when you try to leave the recovery code setup or replacement process.
We’ve made visual improvements to the guided sign-in screens.
We’ve fixed an issue where you couldn’t cancel while importing items. You’ll now see the “Importing Items” screen until the import is completed.
We’ve fixed an issue where 1Password could return to the foreground while you were using the extension.
We’ve fixed an issue where if you had multiple accounts, an account with the auto-lock setting enabled could lock the app even if that account wasn’t unlocked.
We’ve fixed an issue where 1Password could return to the foreground while you were using your browser.
We’ve fixed an issue where the “Set Up Another Device” screen didn’t show your selected account in the account dropdown.
We’ve fixed an issue where search filters wouldn’t work for categories or tags that contained spaces (for example, secure notes).
We’ve fixed an issue where 1Password could fail to start due to an issue reported by Windows' Device Guard.
We’ve fixed an issue where you couldn’t see the password history for some item types.
We’ve fixed a visual issue where the Wi-Fi QR code didn’t fill the window when you selected “Open in new window”.
We’ve fixed an issue when importing from LastPass where private items were imported during a permissions-only import.
You’ll now see suggestions for open Windows apps in Quick Access.
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