1Password is a password manager that generates, stores, and autofills passwords, passkeys, and other sensitive information across browsers and devices. It uses zero-knowledge encryption, meaning 1Password itself cannot read your stored data, and adds a unique Secret Key on top of your account password for extra protection.
Who It’s Best For
1Password suits individuals and families who want a well-designed, easy-to-use password manager and are comfortable paying from the start — there’s a 14-day free trial, but no permanent free tier. The Individual plan covers one person; the Families plan extends the same features to up to five people with shared vaults and admin-assisted recovery.
How It Can Be Used
- Generating and autofilling strong, unique passwords across sites and apps
- Storing and organizing logins, payment cards, identities, and secure documents
- Sharing specific logins or vaults securely with family members or teammates
- Monitoring for data breaches and weak or reused passwords via Watchtower
- Hiding sensitive vaults while traveling with Travel Mode
- Managing and using passkeys alongside traditional passwords
FAQ
What is 1Password used for?
It’s used to generate, store, and autofill passwords and other sensitive information securely across devices, and to monitor for breaches and weak credentials.
Does 1Password have a free plan?
No permanent free plan — 1Password offers a 14-day free trial, after which an Individual or Families subscription is required.
Who should use 1Password?
Individuals and families who want a polished, easy-to-use password manager and don’t need a permanent free tier.
What are alternatives to 1Password?
Bitwarden is the closest directly profiled alternative, with a genuine free tier. Dashlane and NordPass are also frequently compared, though they weren’t part of this initial research batch.
See more in our Cybersecurity hub.