Strongbox

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Apple-device access to KeePass and Password Safe files

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What it does

Strongbox is a native iOS and macOS password manager supporting KeePass and Password Safe database formats, with attachment and YubiKey support described in its repository.

Strongbox is an option when an existing database is more important than adopting a new hosted vault format. Its repository lists both Password Safe v3 and several KeePass formats, which helps when bringing an older file into an Apple-device workflow. Check the file format before choosing a database, especially if it contains attachments: the repository describes attachments for KeePass-format safes. Keep a separate copy during migration. The project provides a native application with its own implementation, rather than merely renaming the original KeePass program.

The repository makes an unusual licensing/build distinction: it publishes source but says some non-code files and build material are omitted, and explicitly says the native-app repository does not meet the OSI definition of open source. Review that limitation if building or redistributing the app matters to you.

Strengths

  • Supports both KeePass and Password Safe database formats
  • Native iOS and macOS application

Best for

  • Apple users carrying an existing password database

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