Password Managers for Nextcloud

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17. April 2020

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Jos Poortvliet

Where do you manage your passwords? Nextcloud supports several apps and has its own too! In this blog, explore the available password managers for Nextcloud and find the best one for you!

Keepass

Keepass is an open source, password safe with the Nextcloud integration app Keeweb.

Here’s an extensive list of features:

Multiple User Keys
Portable and No Installation Required, Accessibility
Export To TXT, HTML, XML and CSV Files
Import From Many File Formats
Easy Database Transfer
Support of Password Groups
Time Fields and Entry Attachments
Auto-Type, Global Auto-Type Hot Key and Drag&Drop
Intuitive and Secure Clipboard Handling
Searching and Sorting
Multi-Language Support
Strong Random Password Generator
Plugin Architecture

There are also a large number of extensions available, as well as a series of apps for Android, iOS, Windows, Linux, Mac and so on. A variety of browser plugins are available as well. The Chrome integration seems to be read-only, while for Firefox passwords can be generated as well. Keepass is a bit cumbersome to use, but has a wide range of features and integrations available.

Enpass

Enpass is an offline password manager where users can keep and sync their data using their trusted cloud accounts which they feel are more secure and safe (with 2FA enabled on them). It offers all the key features as compared to other password managers available on the market. The desktop version (Windows, Mac and Linux) is very easy to use. It is free though it requires registration to be unlocked. The iOS and Android apps also have a great user interface but cost money beyond 25 managed passwords.

Enpass can store its passwords on various clouds, like iCloud, Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox, Box and any WebDAV based one. And, of course, Nextcloud!

A quick feature list:

Password generator & auditor
Can generate OTP codes
Multiple vaults
Secure password sharing
Can securily store documents
Can fill in forms
Import and export capabilities

Enpass is easy to use and the ability to fill in forms, store documents and generate OTP codes makes it kind of a one-for-all tool.

The screenshot comes from a review on Lifewire!

Passwords

Passwords is an advanced Nextcloud app that allows you to manage and store your passwords safely in your own cloud.

The intuitive and modern web interface of the app makes it easy to update and add new passwords from anywhere. Plus, included security checks help you to keep your online accounts safe and up-to-date. You can also share passwords with other Nextcloud users, organize passwords in folders and revive passwords that have been deleted.

The feature list includes:

Intuitive and modern user interface
Password security monitor
Secure encryption
Folders & tags
Sharing
API for apps
Extensive handbook
Import & Export
Browser extensions & Apps
… and many more to come

The app gets updated very regularly and has an active chat, forum and user/administrator handbooks.

Passwords app

Passman

Passman is the oldest Nextcloud password manager. It is quite feature-full and the ability to share passwords is very cool!

Feature list:

Multiple accounts
Multiple vaults
Vault key is never sent to the server
Credentials are stored with 256 bit AES
Ability to add custom fields to credentials
Built-in OTP (One Time Password) generator
Password analyzer
Share passwords internally and via link in a secure manner
Import from various password managers:
- KeePass
- LastPass
- DashLane
- ZOHO
- Clipperz.is