josamontiel / password-manager

A Python Password Manager, for educational purposes only.

Simple Python Password Manager

A Python Password Manager, for educational purposes only.

Introduction

This Python Password Manager is a simple yet powerful tool designed to help you secure your online accounts and protect your sensitive information. It aims to simplify the process of managing and safeguarding your passwords while emphasizing the importance of strong, unique passwords for your online accounts. Additionally, it offers some useful auxiliary features, such as password generation and two-factor authentication (2FA) support.

Table of Contents

1. Why Use a Password Manager?
2. Features
3. Usage
4. Contributing
5. License

Why Use a Password Manager?

Password Security

In today's digital age, passwords are the primary line of defense for your online accounts. Weak or reused passwords can leave you vulnerable to cyberattacks, identity theft, and data breaches. Using a password manager helps you:

• Generate Strong Passwords: The password manager can create complex and unique passwords for each of your accounts, making it nearly impossible for attackers to guess.

• Store and Organize Passwords: It securely stores your passwords in an encrypted database, so you don't have to remember them all. This means you can use long, random passwords for better security.

• Auto-Fill and Auto-Login: Save time by automatically filling in login details and logging you into your accounts.

Convenience

Managing passwords manually can be cumbersome and error-prone. A password manager simplifies the process:

• One-Click Access: Easily access your passwords with a single click, eliminating the need to remember multiple login credentials.

• Cross-Platform: This password manager can be used on various platforms, ensuring your passwords are accessible no matter where you are.

Features

1. Password Storage

• Securely store and organize your passwords in an encrypted database.
• Organize passwords into categories for easy access.

2. Password Generation

• Generate strong, random passwords with customizable settings (length, special characters, etc.).
• Ensure each of your accounts has a unique and strong password.

3. Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) Support

• Enable 2FA for supported websites and services.
• Store 2FA codes securely within the password manager.

Usage

1. Adding a New Password Entry:

   • Select the "Add Password" option.
   • Enter the website or service name, your username, and your password.
   • Optionally, generate a strong password if needed.

2. Managing Passwords:

   • Use the "View Passwords" option to see a list of your saved passwords.
   • Click on an entry to view its details or update it.

3. Generating a Password:

   • Use the "Generate Password" option to create a strong, random password.

4. Two-Factor Authentication:

   • Enable 2FA for supported accounts and store the 2FA code securely.

Contributing

Contributions to this project are welcome! Feel free to open issues, submit pull requests, or suggest new features.

License

This project is licensed under the GPL3. You are free to use, modify, and distribute this software for personal or commercial purposes.