A secure password manager for Windows with military-grade encryption and support for 15 languages. Store passwords, API keys, SSH keys, and more — all locally on your device.
KeyNest is packed with features to keep your sensitive data safe and organized.
AES-256-GCM with Argon2id key derivation. Your data is encrypted with the same standards used by governments.
Passwords, API keys, SSH keys, certificates, connection strings, credit cards, and more — each with specialized fields.
Full internationalization with English, Spanish, Chinese, Arabic (RTL), French, German, Japanese, and 8 more languages.
Your vault never leaves your device. No cloud sync, no third-party servers, no subscriptions.
Vault automatically locks after 5 minutes of inactivity. Clipboard clears after 20 seconds.
One-click backups with automatic safety backups. Export encrypted vaults for secure sharing.
More than just passwords. Store all your sensitive credentials with specialized fields.
KeyNest uses a defense-in-depth approach with multiple layers of encryption to protect your data.
Your master password is never stored. We can't access your data — only you can.
Memory-hard algorithm (32MB, 3 iterations) resistant to GPU and ASIC attacks.
Each field encrypted separately with unique nonces and authentication tags.
Keys cleared from memory on lock. No sensitive data ever logged.
See how KeyNest stacks up against other popular password managers.
| Feature | KeyNest | KeePass | Bitwarden | 1Password |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free | Free / $10/yr | $36/yr |
| Open Source | ||||
| Local Storage | Optional | |||
| Native Apps | Ports | |||
| Secret Types | 10 Types | Basic | Basic | Basic |
| Modern UI | ||||
| Key Derivation | Argon2id | AES-KDF | PBKDF2 | PBKDF2 |
Download KeyNest free for Windows 10/11. No account required, no subscription needed.
Windows 10/11 (x64) Only
Support for macOS, Android, and iOS is planned for future releases.