KeePassium
Password managers
Identity management software
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What is KeePassium
KeePassium is a mobile password manager for iOS and iPadOS that opens and edits KeePass-compatible password databases (KDBX). It targets individuals and teams that want to keep credentials in an encrypted file and store/sync that file using their preferred storage (for example, iCloud Drive or third-party cloud storage). The product emphasizes local control of the vault file, offline access, and compatibility with the KeePass ecosystem rather than a proprietary hosted vault service.
KeePass (KDBX) compatibility
KeePassium works with standard KeePass database formats (KDBX), which supports portability across multiple apps and platforms. This reduces vendor lock-in compared with password managers that require a proprietary vault format. It also enables mixed environments where different clients access the same encrypted database. For organizations with existing KeePass workflows, this can simplify mobile access.
User-controlled storage and sync
KeePassium stores the encrypted database as a file and lets users choose where it lives (for example, local storage or a cloud drive provider). This model can fit security policies that prefer customer-managed storage over a vendor-hosted vault. It also allows offline use when the database file is available locally. The approach can integrate with existing backup and file-governance practices.
Strong offline-first mobile use
KeePassium is designed for iPhone/iPad usage with offline access to credentials once the database is on the device. This is useful for field work, travel, or restricted-network environments. It avoids reliance on continuous connectivity to a hosted service. The app focuses on core vault operations—searching, viewing, and editing entries—on mobile.
Limited enterprise IAM features
KeePassium is primarily a password vault client, not a full identity management suite. It does not typically provide centralized admin controls such as directory-based provisioning, policy enforcement, or organization-wide reporting expected in IAM platforms. Teams needing SSO, lifecycle management, and audit-ready governance may require additional systems. This can increase operational overhead in larger deployments.
File-based collaboration complexity
Because the vault is a shared encrypted file, multi-user collaboration depends on how the file is stored and synchronized. Concurrent edits can create conflicts depending on the storage provider and workflow. Access control is largely managed by sharing the database file and its credentials/keys, which can be harder to govern than role-based sharing in hosted business password managers. This model can be challenging for larger teams or frequent credential rotation.
Mobile-centric scope
KeePassium is focused on iOS/iPadOS, so organizations typically need other clients for desktop platforms to cover all user devices. Feature parity and user experience can vary across different KeePass-compatible clients. This can complicate support and standardization compared with single-vendor cross-platform suites. It may also limit options for centralized deployment tooling outside Apple ecosystems.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | €0 forever | Fully functional, open-source edition; core features available; community forum support; universal iOS/macOS license. |
| Premium | €19.99 per year | Advanced/premium features for expert users; subscription uses "rent-to-own" license (keeps features available while paid); unlimited databases; email support; universal iOS/macOS license. |
| Pro | €79.99 once | One-time lifetime license (perpetual access to current and future premium features) and lifetime email support; universal iOS/macOS license. |
| Business & Intune | €36 per user per year | Managed-environment / volume licensing for organizations; volume discounts apply; Intune limitations noted (Password AutoFill not supported by Intune SDK); Intune app: iOS only. |
