Hey folks! I'm a newbie using Linux Mint with XFCE, and I'm looking for a simple solution to keep a .txt file containing my passwords secure. I want something that's easy to access for quick updates, but I've tried some terminal commands that just create another secure file, which is a bit tedious for me. Is there a user-friendly option for managing this?
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Definitely agree! Using a password manager like Bitwarden or KeePassXC is a great idea. These apps are designed to store passwords securely and make managing them super easy.
You might want to consider using a dedicated password manager instead of trying to secure a .txt file. They handle encryption for you and keep your passwords secure without the hassle of manual methods.
For a simple local solution, you might want to try KeePass 2.x. It’s a local password manager that lets you keep all your passwords organized and secure without needing to mess with text files.
KDE users can create a vault for storing files which requires a password to access. It acts like a normal file until you unmount it, keeping everything secure while you work. Look into tools like SeaHorse as well, it might have some cool integration with Nautilus.
If you really want to stick with the .txt file approach, you could encrypt the contents with GPG. But trust me, going for a password manager is by far the better option for convenience and security.
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