PasswordManager

This Is a Password Manager Written in Python. We Are Using MySQL Database For Storing Our Passwords.

Documentation

Introduction:

This documentation outlines the usage and implementation details of a Python Password Manager project. The Password Manager securely stores passwords in a MySQL database in encrypted format. The passwords are encrypted using strong cryptographic techniques and cannot be decrypted without accessing the script it.

Features:

1. Secure storage of passwords: Passwords are stored in a MySQL database in encrypted format, ensuring the security of sensitive information.

2. User-friendly interface: The Password Manager provides a simple and intuitive interface for users to manage their passwords efficiently.

3. Strong encryption: Passwords are encrypted using robust cryptographic algorithms, making it virtually impossible for unauthorized users to access the passwords without accessing the script itself.

Requirements:

1. Python 3.x
2. MySQL database
3. mysql.connector library for Python (to interact with MySQL)

Usage

Installation

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/DeadDroid401/PasswordManager.git

2. Navigate to the project directory:

   cd PasswordManager

3. Install dependencies using pip:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

Configuration

1. Modify the base.py script to include your MySQL database credentials (host, username, password).
2. Run the base.py script to create the necessary database and table.
3. Modify the pass.py script to include your MySQL database credentials (host, username, password) in two places.

Usage

1. Run the pass.py script using Python3:

   python3 pass.py

2. Follow the on-screen instructions to add, retrieve, update, or delete passwords.

Security Considerations

1. Encryption: Passwords are stored in encrypted format using strong cryptographic algorithms. Even if the database is compromised, the passwords cannot be decrypted without accessing the script itself.

2. Database Security: Ensure proper access control and permissions are set up for the MySQL database to prevent unauthorized access.

3. Secure Script Handling: Keep the pass.py script secure and limit access to authorized users only.

4. Regular Backups: Perform regular backups of the MySQL database to prevent data loss.

Example

Here's a brief example of using the Password Manager:

1. Run the pass.py script.
2. Choose an option from the menu (e.g., add a new password, list all passwords).
3. Follow the prompts to perform the desired operation.

Limitations

1. Dependence on Python and MySQL: The Password Manager relies on Python and MySQL, so ensure compatibility and availability of these dependencies.

2. Single User: The current implementation is suitable for a single-user environment. For multi-user support, additional authentication and access control mechanisms would need to be implemented.

3. No Password Recovery Mechanism: Since passwords are encrypted and cannot be decrypted without accessing the script, there is no password recovery mechanism. Users must ensure they remember their master password.