Knox Password Manager is a tool that helps you keep all your passwords safe in one place. It works only on your Mac and never sends your data over the internet. Your passwords are protected with strong encryption called AES-256-GCM and Argon2id, which means only you can see them.
This app runs on your computer without needing a network connection. It uses your Mac’s security features like Touch ID to add another layer of protection. Knox is designed to be straightforward and private.
To use Knox Password Manager on your Mac, your device must meet these basic requirements:
- Mac computer running macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later.
- At least 4 GB of RAM.
- 100 MB of free disk space.
- Touch ID hardware is recommended but not required.
- An active internet connection is not needed after installation.
Follow these steps to get Knox Password Manager up and running on your Mac:
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Visit the Download Page
Go to the official repository’s download page by clicking the big green button below:
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Find the Latest Release
Scroll down on the page and look for the latest release under the "Releases" section. You will find a file ending with
.dmgor.zip. -
Download the Installer
Click the file to download it to your Mac. The download file will typically be named something like
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Mount the Installer
Double-click the
.dmgfile once the download finishes. A window will open showing the Knox app icon. -
Install the App
Drag the Knox icon into the Applications folder shortcut shown in the window. This copies the app to your Mac.
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Open Knox for the First Time
Go to your Applications folder and double-click Knox Password Manager to open it. macOS may warn you since it is downloaded from the internet. Confirm you want to open it.
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Set Up Your Master Password
Choose a strong main password that will protect all your other passwords inside Knox. This is the only password you’ll need to remember.
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Enable Touch ID (Optional)
If your Mac supports Touch ID, Knox will offer you the option to unlock the app with your fingerprint. This adds convenience and security.
After installation, Knox helps you with these tasks:
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Save Passwords: Add your website or app passwords inside Knox by clicking the “New Entry” button.
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Generate Strong Passwords: Use the built-in password generator to create passwords that are hard to guess.
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Organize Entries: Group passwords by folders or tags for easy searching later.
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Auto-Lock: Knox locks itself after inactivity or when you close it, so your data stays safe if you step away.
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Export and Backup: Export encrypted backup files of your passwords to keep safe copies.
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Local Data Only: Your data never leaves your Mac. Knox does not connect to the internet or any cloud service.
- Click the “+” button on the main screen.
- Enter the website or app name.
- Add the username or email address.
- Paste or generate a password.
- Include any extra notes if needed.
- Save the entry.
- Select the password entry.
- Click “Edit” to change fields.
- To delete, right-click the entry and confirm.
- Use the search bar at the top to find entries quickly by name or tag.
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Encryption: Knox uses AES-256-GCM encryption, a top-level standard ensuring your data cannot be read by outsiders.
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Key Derivation: It uses Argon2id to make brute-force attacks difficult and slow.
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Touch ID Integration: Unlock Knox quickly with your fingerprint when supported by your Mac.
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Menu Bar Access: Quickly copy passwords or generate new ones from the Mac menu bar without opening the main app.
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Auto Fill Support: Knox can assist in filling login forms securely on websites and apps.
No. Knox Password Manager is designed only for macOS.
No. Knox keeps all data locally on your Mac. It never connects to the internet.
Because Knox encrypts everything with your master password, you cannot recover data if you forget it. You will need to reset Knox and start over.
Regularly export encrypted backups, especially after adding many new passwords or changes.
Yes. You can use Knox Password Manager for free without limitations.
You can download Knox Password Manager from its official GitHub page:
Click the link above, download the latest .dmg file, and follow the installation steps above to set it up on your Mac.