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Hi there,

Do you guys know any good software that I can use to manage passwords. It would be great if it was open source, but I wouldn't mind paying for it too.

Basically I want to store:
- linux server passwords, root password, linux user passwords
- mysql passwords
- maybe linux configuration
- hosting account/control panel credentials etc etc.

I did some research, but haven't found anything that suits my needs. I'm thinking of building one :). But before I do, I thought maybe someone knows something that is already out there!

Your help is greatly appreciated!

Thanks,
Tim

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: since pointed you to SourceForge and that didn't help, here's a compact, practical guide to options and safe workflows for storing server, MySQL and hosting credentials — and for managing host inventories.

For a personal/local solution

  • KeePass / KeePassXC: open-source, encrypted database, attachments for config snippets, cross-platform GUI. Good when you want a single encrypted file you control.
  • pass (the "password store"): GPG-backed, git-friendly, CLI-first. Fits naturally into Linux workflows and automation.
    Workflow notes: pick one tool, create a strong master passphrase, store hostname/IP in a field, attach small config fragments, and keep at least one encrypted offline backup. Use SSH keys for server access and keep private keys protected; for client-side MySQL access prefer a restricted ~/.my.cnf (chmod 600 ~/.my.cnf) rather than plaintext in scripts.

For teams and automated infra

  • Bitwarden (self-hosted option) or HashiCorp Vault for secrets management. Vault can issue dynamic MySQL credentials and rotate them automatically; Bitwarden gives easy sharing for teams.
  • Use Ansible Vault (or similar) to encrypt playbooks and inventories, or keep an encrypted inventory in your password store. Prefer ephemeral credentials for automation where possible.

Host file / inventory handling

  • Don’t rely on a single machine’s /etc/hosts. Keep an authoritative inventory (Ansible/Chef/Puppet inventory, or a simple encrypted CSV in your password tool). Manage /etc/hosts via config management to avoid drift.

Security cautions

  • Never roll your own crypto. Use established tools and libraries.
  • Enforce strong master passwords, two-factor auth where supported, least-privilege access, and regular credential rotation.
  • Test restores of encrypted backups before you need them.

Short picks: CLI/Linux — pass; GUI/cross-platform — KeePassXC; team/infra — HashiCorp Vault or self-hosted Bitwarden.

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SourceForge.net is an Open Source site that you can "Browse Software", and search for Password. They are ranked and ratings for each program.

Should be able to find what you want there.

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That's the first thing I tried actually :)

No luck finding what im looking for though. I know there has to be something like it though...

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