MacPass

Free, open-source KeePass-compatible password manager built as a native macOS app.

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Alternatives ranked: 5
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About MacPass

MacPass is a native macOS password manager that reads and writes KeePass databases, so the same KDBX file can be shared with KeePass, KeePassXC and mobile KeePass apps. It is aimed at Mac users who want an offline, file-based vault instead of a cloud account, and it behaves like a regular Mac app with tabs, autosave, undo and redo, drag and drop, and Quick Look previews of attachments. Features include global autotype for filling credentials into any app, a password generator, expiry dates, entry history and merging of database files that were changed elsewhere. Plugins can extend it. MacPass is free and open source under the GPLv3, developed by HicknHack Software, and runs only on macOS. There is no built-in sync service or browser extension of its own, so syncing relies on putting the database in a folder such as iCloud Drive or Dropbox.

Best for: Mac users who want a free, native KeePass client and keep their vault as a local file..

What works

Free and open source under GPLv3
Reads and writes both KDB and KDBX KeePass files
Native Mac feel with tabs, autosave, undo and Quick Look
Global autotype works in any app

Why people leave

macOS only; you need other KeePass apps on Windows, Linux or phones
No built-in sync service; you sync the file yourself
Browser integration is weaker than KeePassXC's official extension

Top MacPass alternatives

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1
Bitwarden
Open-source and synced across every platform, if you're ready to move off local files.
70.9
2
Strongbox
KeePass-compatible vault for Mac and iPhone with built-in cloud sync options.
64.8
3
KeePassXC
Cross-platform KeePass client with an official browser extension and the same KDBX files.
61.8
4
KeePassium
KeePass-format app for iPhone, iPad and Mac, good if you also need your vault on mobile.
61.8
5
KeeWeb
Free KeePass-compatible app that also runs in the browser and on Windows and Linux.
57.5

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MacPass: common questions

Is MacPass free?

Yes. MacPass is free, open-source software.

Is MacPass open source?

No, MacPass is not open source. Open-source alternatives include Bitwarden, Strongbox and KeePassXC.

What platforms does MacPass run on?

MacPass is available for macOS.

What are the best alternatives to MacPass?

The highest-ranked MacPass alternatives right now are Bitwarden, Strongbox and KeePassXC. See the full ranked list for pricing, platforms and verified facts.

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MacPass facts

5 of 5 verified

License: GPLv3; Checked Oct 30, 2026macpass.github.io(opens source in a new tab); “Open-source MacPass is free, open source software licensed under the GPLv3 .”
File formats: KDB and KDBX; Checked Oct 30, 2026macpass.github.io(opens source in a new tab); “Full KDB and KDBX Support MacPass can read and write KDB Legacy files as well as the latest KDBX Format.”
Autotype: Yes, global shortcut; Checked Oct 30, 2026macpass.github.io(opens source in a new tab); “With Global Autotype you even can invoke Autotype from anywhere with a system wide shortcut.”
Plugins: Yes; Checked Oct 30, 2026macpass.github.io(opens source in a new tab); “Plugins Since there's no one-size-fits-all, MacPass allows for Plugins to alter and extend its feauture set.”
Requirements: macOS 10.13 or later; Checked Oct 30, 2026macpass.github.io(opens source in a new tab); “Download for macOS Version 0.8.2 for macOS 10.13 and later”