07/02/2021 08:11:43 AM
Author's Note: Kaspersky has recently released a revamped version of its password manager program.
The New Kaspersky Password Manager boasts numerous improvements across its Windows, iOS, and Android platforms, including support for browsers, a more convenient user experience, and even scanning of documents.
Read more in the press release below:
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Kaspersky
Password Manager has implemented several improvements across all
platforms and enhanced control over password strength. The version on
Windows has become more convenient and transparent: new features will
allow customers to monitor the status and security of all passwords.
The option that allows the scanning of multi-page documents is now
available for iOS users. The Android version received support for 10
browsers as well as for Huawei devices.
Passwords are
the keys to our accounts, personal data, and all our activities in the digital space. They are also the barrier between our personal data
and attackers who are trying to steal it. An effective way to protect personal information is to create strong and unique passwords for
each account. However, it is extremely difficult to remember this amount of data, and it is unsafe to write down all the credentials on
paper or in notes on a smartphone. All of this is driving the growth
of password managers1
Improvements
for Windows
To make the
Kaspersky Password Manager user experience easier, clearer, and more
transparent on Windows, Kaspersky implemented several significant
improvements. The new
dashboard is filled with
easy navigation tabs, real-time password security, and actionable
advice. Navigation through the
vault was also improved,
with “recent” and “favorite” tabs added in order to help
users keep their most-needed entries at hand.
Updated
navigation through the vault
Managing
password security became
easier: the app now groups passwords in accordance to their strength
with easy-to-use status icons. Also, the new feature, “Password
security status bar” will
help users to track their password security in real-time. Moreover,
the new option, ‘Fill in
apps’ allows users to set
up hotkey combinations to get quick access to their Kaspersky
Password Manager entries as well as be able to search for the
necessary passwords.
Mac
updates
Mac users now
can use Kaspersky Password Manager on new Macs on Apple
M1. The app was also
optimized for more devices that use the Apple
Silicon CPU. The updated
version also got a more polished and user-friendly appearance. Safari
users can now copy their
card numbers, addresses, and login data directly from the browser
extension.
Improvements
for iOS version
The new
Kaspersky Password Manager also extended the available options to
work with documents. The feature of scanning
multiple-page documents
is now accessible for customers
as well as a quick document
imports option. Moreover,
users can combine multiple
scans into one PDF. So, now
customers can quickly and safely keep their documents.
New
features for Android
Updated
Kaspersky Password Manager now supports 10
browsers (including Chrome,
Opera, Firefox, DuckDuckGo, etc.2)
where users can autofill data. Password
Check, which was previously
only available on other platforms was also added – it allows
customers to check their stored credentials for exposure in leaked
databases and control their password security. Among new updates
there is also a new dark mode
as well as support for Huawei
devices.
The
14-day trial
for the annual subscription
is available for both Android and iOS customers as well as the option
to buy a monthly or annual subscription from the mobile app. The new
status bar with compromised
passwords are also available
for both mobile platforms.
“User
account information (such as passwords) is one of the most
sought-after things by cybercriminals, because it allows access to
personal data. At the same time, the growing list of online services
requiring authorization increases the risks for consumers: banks,
shops accounts in online games, training courses, social networks,
etc. To help consumers manage this smoothly and securely, there are
tools like our Password Manager. This provides encrypted storage of
not only passwords but also valuable personal data, with automatic
access from any device,” commented Marina Titova, Head of Consumer
Product Marketing at Kaspersky.
1
According to the Mordor Intelligence survey,
the Password Management Market was valued at USD 1,246.9 million in
2020 and is expected to reach USD 3,071 million by 2026, at a CAGR
of 15.87% over the forecast period 2021 - 2026.
2
Full list of available browsers: DuckDuckGo, Opera, Opera Touch,
Opera Mini, Chrome, Firefox, Firefox Focus, Microsoft Edge,
Yandex.Browser and Vivaldi browser.
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