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2024. 1Password expands its endpoint security offerings with Kolide acquisition



1Password, the password management service owned by AgileBits, has announced its acquisition of Kolide, an endpoint security platform, for an undisclosed sum. Founded in 2016 by Meller, Mike Arpaia, and Zach Wasserman, Kolide's platform delivers security alerts and remediation via Slack, offering features such as context for security issues, self-remediation guidance for Mac, Windows, and Linux devices, and a personalized privacy center, all leveraging the open-source Osquery project led by Facebook. Kolide aims to safeguard against unauthorized endpoint devices accessing corporate applications, promptly blocking risky device attempts and guiding users through steps to restore trustworthiness.


2023. 1Password’s new service lets businesses quickly adopt passkeys



1Password, a password manager, has launched a new offering called Passage by 1Password. This service is specifically designed to assist businesses in incorporating passkey authentication into their applications and websites, eliminating the need for them to maintain their own security infrastructure. This release not only marks 1Password's expansion beyond credential management but also its entry into the realm of customer identity access management. Furthermore, it aligns with the current trend in the industry. In September, Apple introduced passkey support to iOS, enabling iPhones to serve as login tools for compatible websites and apps. PayPal followed suit in October by introducing passkey support on iOS. Additionally, other notable companies such as Google, Shopify, Kayak, and DocuSign have also embraced this functionality.


2021. 1Password acquires SecretHub and launches new enterprise secrets management tool



1Password, a renowned password management service in the competitive landscape alongside LastPass and BitWarden, has made a significant stride by expanding its offerings beyond conventional password management into the realm of infrastructure secrets management. To achieve this, the company has successfully acquired SecretHub, a leading secrets management service, and is proudly introducing its latest product, the 1Password Secrets Automation service. By integrating the power of 1Password with the innovative Secrets Automation service, businesses now have access to a comprehensive tool that not only efficiently manages their employees' passwords but also effectively handles infrastructure secrets. This seamless solution empowers organizations to streamline their security processes and effectively safeguard their sensitive information, making 1Password a trusted partner in the realm of secrets management.


2020. Firefox gets a better password manager



Mozilla has released version 76 of its Firefox browser, introducing an enhanced password manager feature. With the updated Firefox Lockwise, users will now be prompted to enter their device password when attempting to copy and paste credentials from the "Logins and Passwords" page within the browser. Once the device password is confirmed, users can view and copy their credentials for a duration of five minutes. This additional layer of security makes it more challenging for unauthorized individuals to access password-protected websites, particularly on shared computers. Moreover, Lockwise now provides alerts for vulnerable passwords that have been compromised in known breaches, along with warnings if a website you frequent has experienced a breach where your logins and passwords may have been stolen. Furthermore, Lockwise's password generator feature has been expanded to support more websites and can assist in generating random combinations of 12 letters, numbers, and symbols for stronger password creation.


2019. 1Password raised $200M Series A



Fourteen years after its initial launch, 1Password has secured a substantial $200 million Series A funding round. The co-founder, Dave Teare, recollects how the idea for 1Password came about in 2005. At the time, Teare and his co-founder Roustem Karimov were operating a web development consultancy and faced the recurring challenge of logging into multiple websites—a problem that became even more pronounced due to their day-to-day work. Motivated to find a solution, they embarked on building a tool to address this issue. As they introduced it to the world, they discovered a widespread demand for such a solution. Eventually, they made the decision to close the web consultancy and focus on developing 1Password, a move that propelled them to success and solidified their position in the industry.


2019. Mozilla launched free password manager - Firefox Lockbox


Mozilla has introduced a new password manager called Lockbox, which is specifically designed for Firefox users who prefer using alternative browsers on their iPhone and Android devices. The Firefox Lockbox mobile app allows users to conveniently access their stored logins from their mobile devices, directly from their Firefox browser. Although the app is not as feature-rich as popular password managers like 1Password, Dashlane, or LastPass, it provides a simple solution for accessing stored logins. Some common features found in other password managers, such as the ability to add, edit, or delete passwords, suggest complex passwords, or alert users about potentially compromised passwords resulting from data breaches, are not yet available in Lockbox. However, the significant advantage of Lockbox is that it is free to use. For Firefox browser users, it serves as a more secure alternative to storing passwords in an unprotected notepad app, for example. Additionally, users can choose to enable Lockbox as an Autofill service, enhancing its usability.


2018. 1Password unveiled new business offering



Popular password manager 1Password has launched a new subscription product targeting business users with larger teams. The recently introduced 1Password Business replaces the Teams Pro plan and is priced at $7.99 per user per month. This subscription includes a complimentary 1Password Families membership for each user, extending workplace security practices to their personal computing environments as well. While the existing $3.99 Teams product caters to smaller businesses or group users, the new Business plan provides additional benefits such as enhanced customer support, increased document storage per person, and a larger allocation of guest accounts.


2018. 1Password partners with popular breach monitoring service



A little over a month after integrating a pwned password check feature, popular password manager 1Password has formed a noteworthy partnership with the renowned breach monitoring service, Have I Been Pwned (HIBP). HIBP now recommends users to sign up for 1Password's service when they discover their information may have been compromised in a data breach. This partnership represents a significant accomplishment for 1Password, as it positions their brand directly in front of individuals at a time when they are highly motivated to enhance their security measures. It offers an opportune moment for users to invest in tighter security protocols.


2018. 1Password improves password strength


The password management service, 1Password, introduces a useful enhancement by allowing users to verify if a password they intend to use has been compromised in previous breaches. In such cases, the service recommends selecting a different password. This feature complements the typical password strength indicator bar, which aims to promote better security habits among internet users. By conducting a pwnage check, the service goes a step further in mitigating the dangers of password reuse, as it verifies whether the chosen password has been involved in any known data breaches.


2016. 1Password adds subscription offering



Renowned password manager 1Password is exploring a new distribution approach. Instead of the previous method of purchasing the 1Password app for Mac or PC for $64.99 and subsequently paying for major version upgrades, AgileBits has introduced a fresh plan. For a monthly fee of $2.99, users can now access and utilize all 1Password apps as long as they remain subscribed. This new plan complements the existing model, and those who subscribe receive an additional six months free. AgileBits has confirmed that it will continue to support both models in the upcoming major update. Subscriptions have become increasingly popular, with numerous software companies, including Adobe and Microsoft, adopting this approach. It seems that subscriptions are now firmly established as an alternative to one-time purchases, as more individuals are opting for the convenience and benefits they provide.