Keywise reads key4.db and logins.json from a local Firefox profile and
shows the saved logins to the profile owner. It handles both the legacy
3DES and the AES-256-CBC key formats introduced in Firefox 144. Win32
native app, one static binary, no NSS nor sqlite dependency.
Publisher’s description
What is Keywise?
Keywise is an open-source password manager program for Windows from lkraider. It is written in Zig.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit and ARM64 as Portable. It runs without installation (portable).
Popularity and file types
The source code on GitHub (lkraider/keywise) has 1 stars. Similar programs include Bitwarden, KeePassXC and Password Safe.
Project description on GitHub: “Reads a Firefox profile's saved logins with no dependencies. One static binary for macOS, Windows and Linux.”
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- Native ARM64 build for Windows on Arm
- Portable: runs without installation
- Updated in the last two months
In short: Keywise is an open-source password manager tool for 64-bit and ARM64 PCs.
Is Keywise safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
BE81FDC66BDE15E7DD6BA1623ECA7176A01842E2B42981BD6B5D7E3361163274· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4.0Latest | September 25, 2026 | — | 64-bit ZIPARM64 ZIP |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id lkraider.Keywise -eRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- lkraider
- Category
- Password managers
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/lkraider/keywise
- Written in
- Zig
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit, ARM64
- Installer
- Portable
- Version
- 2.4.0
- Released
- September 25, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- September 25, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- GitHub stars
- 1
- GitHub forks
- 1
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- lkraider.Keywise
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is Keywise free?
Yes. Keywise is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is Keywise safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Keywise with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Does Keywise run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
Yes, there is a native ARM64 installer.
Can I use Keywise without administrator rights?
Yes, it is portable: unpack and run it.
What are alternatives to Keywise?
Bitwarden, KeePassXC, Password Safe, KeeWeb and 1Password. The alternatives page compares them.
