Password ID

The best way to keep your accounts secure is to use different, complex passwords for each one. However, no one can be expected to remember them all, which is why password managers are so useful.

Password ID is a fairly simple application that enables you to store your credentials securely, using 128-bit encryption. It can also be used to hold contact info, and it is relatively intuitive, but it offers only a basic set of features.

The application allows you to store information in two sheets, one suitable for account passwords and the other for addresses and phone numbers. You can switch between them easily, and there are several font sizes to choose from.

On the whole, the GUI is not particularly impressive, but its simple layout should make it easy for first-time users to get started. It is worth noting that you also have the option of altering the window’s opacity.

All the stored entries are secured using 128-bit encryption, and the database can only be accessed by providing the user-defined master password. If you want to leave your PC momentarily, you can bring up the lock screen at any time.

However, the stored passwords are not hidden when scrolling through the sheet, so it is very easy for anyone around you to view sensitive information.

Also, Password ID does not allow you to organize the entries into categories, which can become problematic once a large number of them are added. A search function is not available.

The program comes equipped with a decent password generator that enables you to create complex, unique passkeys for your accounts.

You can also backup the database to an encrypted file and restore it at any time, as well as export all the data to a CSV file.

Overall, Password ID is a minimalistic cross-platform app that can be used to store sensitive information in a secure manner. It lacks a few important features, however, and it does not conceal your passwords within the main program window.