Data privacy and safeties

Google Password Manager

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Cost

Price
$0.00
Free version available
Free option notes
N/A

Specifications

Encryption claim
AES-256
Secure sharing of passwords
Master password reset
Based on Google account password; if account password is forgetten, then account recovery steps must be followed
Types of information stored
Logins
Data export
CSV for all data
Windows
macOS
Linux
Android
iOS
Chrome plugin
Firefox plugin
Edge plugin
Safari plugin
Opera plugin
Website
passwords.google.com

Features

Family plan available
N/A
Cloud sync
Cloud sync notes
Passwords stored online
Local/Wi-Fi sync
Portable USB version
Sync across platforms
Multiple vaults
In-app browser
Security warnings
Breached password check
Web access with no plugins
Import from browsers
Yes (once exported)
Password generator
Two-factor authentication
Yes (based on Google account settings)
Actionable password strength report
Yes (via Check-up)
Secure notes
Digital legacy
Via Inactive Account Manager; based on inactive period; can choose who to notify and what data to share

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