How do I change my master key in KeePass?

How do you get rid of master key in KeePass?

You can change a database's composite master key by selecting File->Change Master Key. It may be more productive to review your locking settings in Tools->Options->Security to see if they can be adjusted to match your requirements.

What is a composite master key?

KeePass stores your passwords securely in an encrypted file (database). This database is locked with a master password, a key file and/or the current Windows account details. To open a database, all key sources (password, key file, ...) are required. Together, these key sources form the Composite Master Key.

How do I add keys to KeePass?

Load your key with KeeAgent Click on the KeeAgent tab. Check the Allow KeeAgent to use this entry option. From the Attachment option, choose the private key that you attached just a while ago. You should see the Key Info section populate with some information about your keys.

Where are KeePass key files stored?

The best place to store the Keepass DB file is wherever it is most convenient for someone. With a sufficiently strong and arbitrarily defined password - like so: 3112-.,,2-1^^^ and so forth. Idem (see masterkey + keyfile). There are several methods to increase the security level of your Keepass DB.