- Overview The password manager is a program that helps save and retrieve passwords securely. It uses strong encryption to make sure no one can read stored passwords without the master password.
- Key Features
- Save a master password securely using hashing.
- Encrypt and store passwords safely in a file.
- Retrieve passwords only after logging in with the master password.
- Generate strong, random passwords.
- How to Run It
Install GCC and OpenSSL.
Compile the program with this command:
gcc -o password_manager password_manager.c -lcrypto
Run the program with this command:./password_manager
- What the Program Does - First, it asks for a master password and saves it securely.
- It lets you save passwords for different accounts (like email or social media).
- All passwords are encrypted and saved in a file.
- You can see your passwords only after logging in with the master password.
- It also generates random, strong passwords if you need them.
- Why It Is Secure
- It uses AES-256, a very strong encryption standard.
- It uses PBKDF2 to make the master password harder to guess.
- Each password has unique encryption data.
- Conclusion This password manager is a simple and effective tool for keeping passwords safe. Future versions could include backups or a better user interface to make it more useful.