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Giveaway: A Free Year of 1Password, My Favorite Password Manager! [Winner Selected]

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Updated 8:30am PT on 11/26: Thank you to everyone who entered the giveaway.  I have randomly selected 1 winner and the winner is… Christian!  Here is the winning comment:

I go on memory, which is obviously not ideal. What worries me is that if the password software is compromised, my information is completely vulnerable. If a company guaranteed a certain high dollar amount if they are hacked and your data was misused as a result, I’d be much more inclined to trust them with my information.


Have you ever had any of your loyalty accounts hacked? I don’t know anyone who hasn’t. Protecting your accounts is essential. I know many people are resistant to using a password manager, and I used to be one of them. However, just over four years ago I started using 1Password, and I love it.

Maybe I was an early adopter of password management. The idea of keeping my account information safe made sense to me.  I’m grateful to have jumped onboard with 1Password, that’s for sure.

What Do Password Managers Do?

Password managers generate secure random passwords that are stored for you. Of course you can create your own passwords, and also securely store lots of other types of information as well. 1Password is super easy to use and their customer support, if you need it, is excellent. I recommend 1Password to everyone I know.

I’m thrilled to be able to celebrate Thanksgiving weekend with this giveaway. I’ve got a FREE YEAR of 1Password to gift to one lucky reader.

All you need to do is answer the question, “How are you currently keeping track of your passwords?” in the comments below. The giveaway ends at midnight Sunday, November 25, 2018. On Monday I’ll randomly choose a winner. Good luck, everyone!


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41 thoughts on “Giveaway: A Free Year of 1Password, My Favorite Password Manager! [Winner Selected]

  1. Jim F.

    I’ve had BA Avios stolen (and, eventually, replaced), I’ve had 2 of my Chase cards and my SPG Amex hacked and, then, to top things off, someone with a Chicago address used my SSN to open a credit card account with a $1,000 limit at a Home Depot in New York State…and then promptly put $995.00+ charges on the card the same day. It’s been a hassle but I’ve gotten everything fixed. Right now, I use an Excel file with a strong password to store my information but I really need to begin using a password manager. This would be just the kick in the butt I need…and would greatly appreciate!

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  2. Larry

    I am overwhelmed by trying to keep track of all my and my wife’s passwords. I need a much easier and much more secure system if I am going to keep going further will miles and points credit cards. It is way too dangerous to keep going without better security.

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  3. William Pisor

    I currently use Roboform Everywhere and have been happy with it….would love to get 1Password though as I’ve heard lots of really good things about it!

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  4. Kalboz

    When I get a confirmation email that I set a password for any given website/program, I reply to email to myself alone with the log in information including the password. And, thus I always have it in my email account anywhere I am worldwide.

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  5. Christian

    I go on memory, which is obviously not ideal. What worries me is that if the password software is compromised, my information is completely vulnerable. If a company guaranteed a certain high dollar amount if they are hacked and your data was misused as a result, I’d be much more inclined to trust them with my information.

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    1. Shelli Post author

      Hi Christian, If you win the 1PW year you’ll be able to ask them about all your concerns. I think many people misunderstand how password manager technology works.

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  6. Jana

    Maintain passwords in several methods. A few are in e-mails, some are on a spreadsheet, some are remembered by my security or browser software, and the ones I use rarely I reset each time. Didn’t know about the 1Password, so that seems like a much better idea. Thanks!

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  7. Denys

    via 1Password 6 standalone version. I don’t have a license for 7th version, and 30 days trial is not enough for me to migrate.

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  8. Susan

    Travel info via AwardWallet and when I remember to write them down in a little book. Usually I just end up sending for new passwords as I can’t remember them.

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    1. Shelli Post author

      Hi Susan, Using a password manager would for sure keep all your account info organized and make it easy to access, too. Thanks for entering the giveaway.

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