Proton Pass - Password Manager

Created by Jordan Enwright, Modified on Wed, 12 Nov at 10:14 AM by Jordan Enwright




What Is Proton Pass?

Proton Pass is a free, secure password manager made by the creators of Proton Mail. It stores your login info, autofills passwords, and helps you generate strong ones. It works on desktop, mobile, and as a browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Brave, and more.


Step-by-Step: How to Use Proton Pass

1. Create a Proton Account

  • Go to proton.me/pass and sign up.
  • You’ll need an email and a strong master password (this unlocks all your saved passwords).

2. Install the Browser Extension

  • Visit the Chrome Web Store or Firefox Add-ons page.
  • Search for “Proton Pass” and click Add to Chrome or Add to Firefox.
  • Once installed, you’ll see the Proton Pass icon near your browser’s address bar.

3. Log In to the Extension

  • Click the Proton Pass icon.
  • Sign in with your Proton account.
  • You’re now ready to save and autofill passwords!

4. Save Passwords Automatically

  • When you log in to a website, Proton Pass will ask if you want to save the login.
  • Click Save and it’ll remember your username and password for next time.

5. Autofill Passwords

  • Next time you visit that site, Proton Pass will offer to autofill your login.
  • Just click the suggested login and you’re in!

6. Add or Edit Passwords Manually

  • Click the Proton Pass icon → VaultAdd Item.
  • You can manually enter login details, notes, or even credit card info.

7. Use the Password Generator

  • When signing up for a new site, use Proton Pass to generate a strong password.
  • Click the extension icon → Generate Password → Copy and paste it.

Bonus Features

  • Email aliases: Hide your real email when signing up for sites.
  • Secure notes: Store private info like recovery codes or license keys.
  • Sync across devices: Use Proton Pass on your phone and desktop.

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