Sync in KeePass

There are ways to keep your database in sync between multiple desktops and mobile devices using the main KeePass (https://keepass.info) application, but if you’re looking for a straightforward, cross-platform approach, consider choosing the more user-friendly KeePassXC fork (https://keepassxc. org), which has been designed to make things easier for multi-platform use (Windows, Mac, and Linux; Chrome and Firefox browsers; plus mobile).

KeePassXC works with existing KeePass databases, so once installed, start by loading it in. Next, enable Firefox and Chrome-based browsers to access the passwords in the database by navigating to “Tools > Settings > Browser Integration” and checking the appropriate box. See https:// keepassxc.org/docs/keepassxcbrowser-migration/ for additional instructions if required.

Keeping the database in sync with other desktop clients can be achieved by simply storing your database file inside a folder accessible to all, whether that’s a folder on your NAS for synching exclusively over your local network or the folder used by any cloud provider, such as Dropbox or OneDrive, installed on your PC.

When it comes to extending KeePassXC to your cell phone, there’s no native application provided, but the KeePassXC team recommends one of KeePass2Android for Android users and Strongbox Password Safe for iOS. Both enable you to sync your mobile vault with the desktop file using supported providers (you need the requisite cloud app installed on your phone).

Both Android and iPhone apps work in a similar fashion: Open the app and choose to add an existing database when prompted. Select your cloud provider from the list, then browse to your synched database file and select it. Provide your password (and select your key file if necessary) to gain access to your saved passwords from your phone. iPhone users should navigate to “Settings > Passwords & Accounts > AutoFill Passwords” to configure Strongbox to automatically fill login boxes, too.