Summary:
Keeper is a secure password manager that helps you store and manage your passwords safely. This guide will walk you through installing Keeper in your web browser and provide tips on using it effectively.
Step 1: Install the Keeper Extension
Open your web browser.
Keeper is compatible with most popular browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari.
Visit the Keeper website or your browser’s extension store.
For example, in Chrome, go to the Chrome Web Store and search for “Keeper Password Manager.”
Click on “Add to [Browser]” or “Install.”
You might see a confirmation popup—click “Add Extension” or “Install” to proceed.
Wait for the extension to download and install.
The Keeper icon should appear in your browser’s toolbar once the installation is complete.
Step 2: Set Up Keeper
Click on the Keeper icon in the toolbar to open it.
Create a Keeper account or log in if you already have one.
Enter your email address and a strong master password to create an account.
Verify your email address.
You’ll receive an email with a verification link. Click on it to activate your account.
Set up Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).
For added security, consider setting up 2FA. Keeper supports several 2FA methods, including Google Authenticator and SMS.
Step 3: Import Existing Passwords (Optional)
Click on the “Import” option within the Keeper extension.
Choose the source from which you want to import passwords.
You can import passwords from other password managers, a CSV file, or your browser.
Follow the prompts to complete the import.
Review and organize your imported passwords in the Keeper vault.
Step 4: Using Keeper in Your Web Browser
Automatically Fill in Login Forms:
Visit a website with a login form:
When you navigate to a website where you have saved credentials, Keeper will automatically detect the login fields.
You’ll notice the Keeper icon appear inside or next to the username and password fields.
Select the appropriate credentials:
Click the Keeper icon, and a dropdown menu will appear showing the saved credentials for that website.
If you have multiple logins for the site, you can select the correct one from the list.
Auto-fill your credentials:
Click on the desired login, and Keeper will auto-fill both the username and password fields.
If Keeper doesn’t auto-fill or you want to choose a different login, click the Keeper icon and select the correct entry.
Submit the form:
Once your credentials are filled in, you can proceed to click the login button on the website.
Save New Passwords:
Enter new login information:
When you register for a new account or log into a website for the first time, manually type in your username and password.
Prompt to save credentials:
After you submit the login form, Keeper will detect the new credentials and prompt you with a popup asking if you’d like to save them.
Click “Save” to store the credentials in your Keeper vault.
Organize your new entry:
Keeper may ask you to assign the new credentials to a specific folder within your vault. You can create folders like “Personal,” “Work,” or by website category for easy organization.
Access the Keeper Vault:
Open Keeper from the browser toolbar:
Click the Keeper icon in your browser’s toolbar to access your vault.
The vault is where all your saved passwords and secure notes are stored.
Search for saved credentials:
Use the search bar at the top of the vault to quickly locate specific entries. You can search by website name, username, or any other associated details.
Manage your passwords:
Click on any saved item to view details, edit credentials, or add notes. For example, you might add security questions and answers or tags for better organization.
Generate strong passwords:
If you need to create a new password, click the “Password Generator” option within the vault. You can customize the length and complexity of the password to meet the website’s requirements.
Once generated, save the new password directly to your vault for future use.
Securely Store and Access Secure Notes:
Add new secure notes:
In addition to passwords, you can store other sensitive information like credit card details, Wi-Fi passwords, or private documents in the form of secure notes.
Click “+ Add Record” in the vault and choose “Secure Note.”
Access stored notes:
Navigate to the “Secure Notes” section of your vault to view or edit any saved notes.
Quick Access Features:
Use KeeperFill:
KeeperFill is a feature that offers quick access to your saved credentials as you browse. It appears as a small overlay in your browser, making it easy to fill in passwords with just a couple of clicks.
Create Custom Fields:
For more complex logins or sites requiring multiple pieces of information, you can add custom fields to your Keeper records. This ensures that all necessary data is saved and auto-filled when needed.
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Step 5: Securely Share Passwords (Optional)
Open your Keeper Vault.
Select the password you want to share.
Click the “Share” option and enter the recipient’s email address.
Ensure that the recipient also has a Keeper account.
Set permissions and send.
You can control whether the recipient can view, edit, or re-share the password.
Tips for Secure Use
Use a strong master password: This is the key to all your passwords, so ensure it’s complex and unique.
Regularly update your passwords: Keeper can generate strong passwords for you—take advantage of this feature regularly.
Backup your Keeper data: Enable Keeper’s cloud backup to ensure you don’t lose access to your vault.
You’re now ready to securely manage your passwords using Keeper in your web browser. If you have any questions or run into issues, feel free to contact me for support.
