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Windows 8.1 or later Two most recent major MacOS versions (64-bit) Linux Chrome OS Google Chrome (two most recent versions) Mozilla Firefox (two most recent versions) Microsoft Edge (two most recent versions) Safari (two most recent versions) Opera (two most recent versions) Android OS 9 (or newer) iOS 14 (or newer); iOS 15 or newer for LastPass Authenticator app
A high-scoring password manager is one that offers plenty of features. The basics are a given—namely, secure credentials storing, a password generator and autofill—but premium password managers should also offer other features like secure document storage, password sharing and a digital wallet. We also like password managers that offer a free version so users can try before they buy or some other form of trial. Because a password manager’s job is to securely store sensitive data, we appraise security carefully, which starts with military-grade encryption. A good password manager offers end-to-end encryption, biometric authentication options and breach notifications when a user’s credentials may have been compromised. Bonus points for services that can be used as authenticators, offer breach protection, and ones that haven’t had a recent data breach.
