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1Password
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1Password is licensed on a Per User, Per Platform model. So if you are the only user then one license can be installed on two or three or four computers that you personally use.
Each user will need their own license. So your boss will need his/her own license and your significant other too.
But if you are the only user, install it on all of your Macs at home and work. I have three Macs. Each of them uses the same license key and that is perfectly valid.
Licenses are not tied to data. 1Password is not a "cloud" system. We do not store your passwords on our servers. It is stored on your computer or your Dropbox if you opt to do so. This means backing up is your responsibility.
You could have a work data file and a personal data file. I do this but there are some gotchas. First, only one data file per "user account" on your Mac. So, I have a user "kyle" for my personal stuff, since I work from home I also have a "agilebits" account on my computer for doing work.
The personal account has a personal Dropbox and the data file is on that account.
The work account has a work Dropbox and that data file is on that work account.
I use fast user switching to go between them regularly.
Does that clarify things?
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Yes it does and it has convinced me - I can work with that. Thanks
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Just to close the loop, it is all about cost of opportunity and cash flow. Most people don't have unlimited funds so they need to opt from various different products which might not even be seen as competitors. If I have only 50 USD, I need to decide between PS, 1Password, OSx update, or any other product. If I can only get one, which one is bringing me the best value. That is a personal question and a personal answer
Exactly - fully agree!
Mad Mac Maniac
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Keep in mind what AGKyle said "1Password is licensed on a Per User, Per Platform model." It sounded like you are using both a Mac and a PC, so would cost more than the standard $50 for a Mac license. I believe AGKyle mentioned earlier that a Mac and Windows combo license for a single user costs $70.
If you only want to purchase for your Mac, you could always use 1password anywhere, which means you open your 1password account from dropbox. Although this requires you to manually copy and paste each password, so it would be kind of a burden if you use it frequently. It's intended to be used in a pinch.
Whoops. My fault. I appear to have misread that.
If you do the Mac App Store version of the application you can get the Mac version for $50. If you send us a copy of the receipt we'll work something out for the Windows license. Just send us a support request with the details and mention me and I'll respond as soon as I can with more information. We try to match our website pricing when we can.
So it would be $70 for Mac and Windows.
Mad Mac Maniac
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Plus a free upgrade to 1Password 4(assuming he does go the MAS route)
Correct indeed. It's the way I would suggest going.
AGKyle:
Hopefully you can help me. I recently purchased 1Password for my MacBook Retina. I've been using it on my iPad and iPhone for a few years.
I've run into a hurdle. When I only had my it on iOS I never used the program to create my passwords. I always did that myself and entered the passwords into 1Password.
My question: On my MacBook Pro Retina, Is there a way I can let the program reset my passwords so I can gain the full functionality of the program?? If so how can I do that fir each website? Also, keep in mind I use DropBox to sync to all 3 machines.
Hopefully you can help me. I recently purchased 1Password for my MacBook Retina. I've been using it on my iPad and iPhone for a few years.
I've run into a hurdle. When I only had my it on iOS I never used the program to create my passwords. I always did that myself and entered the passwords into 1Password.
My question: On my MacBook Pro Retina, Is there a way I can let the program reset my passwords so I can gain the full functionality of the program?? If so how can I do that fir each website? Also, keep in mind I use DropBox to sync to all 3 machines.
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We aren't discussing anything in 1Password 4 at this time. Any announcements on it will be made on our blog.
The reason is simply that we would rather under promise and over deliver. If we say a feature will be in it but it doesn't make the cut that tends to make customers cranky.
Same for release dates. When it's ready
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We have an article here:
http://support.agilebits.com/kb/browser-extensions/how-to-update-a-logins-password
It tells how to update a login with a newly generated password. Once you do this, as long as you're syncing your other devices, the new passwords will show up there as well.
Hope that helps!
So I've been a 1password user for over 3 years now (Mac version & 1password pro), but I've recently starting using roboform as well since my work requires Windows. I'm considering purchasing 1password for Windows as well but I'm on the fence about it now. One thing I really like about roboform is the "search" box it gives you in your browser - it allows you to simply type the name of the site you want to log in to and then you can just click on it to log in. To do the same thing in 1password, I have to click on the 1password icon in my browser, click on the search icon, start typing the name of the site, and then click on it. I'm not saying that's difficult but it's an extra step that I'd like to be able to avoid.
Is there a way to add a "search" box for 1password as well or is the way I described the only way to get to it? If that's currently the quickest way, are there any plans to add this functionality in version 4?
1password certainly has a nicer interface (both on my Mac and on my iphone) but it seems that roboform is a bit quicker to use when you need to log in to multiple sites throughout the day.
Is there a way to add a "search" box for 1password as well or is the way I described the only way to get to it? If that's currently the quickest way, are there any plans to add this functionality in version 4?
1password certainly has a nicer interface (both on my Mac and on my iphone) but it seems that roboform is a bit quicker to use when you need to log in to multiple sites throughout the day.
I just go directly to the website I want (either via menu bar, or typing the name in the browser)... and then hit CMD+\. I pretty much never go into the 1P icon. I am not sure why I would want to.
BTW: For the record... I think that 1P is very fairly priced. It is one of the best programs that I own.
/Jim
Define 'in a pinch'.
It would be of more benefit to me to keep all passwords, so that I don't have to remember them. That would cut down on failed attempts, as I have many places to use a username/password.
Just click the extension icon and type. It auto-searches when you do this. No need to press the search button.
Do remember you can get a discount on the Windows version as well if you're an existing user. Just contact our support team for details.
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1PasswordAnywhere is what he was talking about. It's a web based read-only quick access function. It doesn't allow you to add new items, or edit them. Just allows quick access to the passwords you already have.
Therefore, it's meant to be used when you have no other options available.
Personally, I always use my iPhone or iPad when I'm away from my computers. But for those that do not have one, or need it on a computer that isn't theirs, 1PasswordAnywhere does give you the ability to see your passwords easily.
I did not realize you could just start typing the name of site after you click on the icon - thank you for that.
Another question though. Does 1password provide the ability to log in to applications on your computer as well or just websites? I know that with roboform I can log in to applications that require a user id and password (at least on windows I can).
Another question though. Does 1password provide the ability to log in to applications on your computer as well or just websites? I know that with roboform I can log in to applications that require a user id and password (at least on windows I can).
Happy to help!
There is no standard or secure way to insert data into other applications. So at this time we do not fill usernames and passwords into applications. Only the web browser.
The Windows version can using something called Auto-Type. Which I bet is the same thing that Roboform uses. There is no equivalent to this in OS X.
So, short answer, Windows? Yes
Mac OS X? No
Thank you again for that info. I'm going to give 1password a try on my windows machines as well before I go ahead and purchase it.
Anyone here switch from the developer's site direct-purchase to the mac app store purchase?
Any improvements /disappointments to report between versions or transfers?
Any improvements /disappointments to report between versions or transfers?
One general disappointment is the lack of exporting/importing password files from other password managers --- In my case, it will take a few hours to transfer every entry by hand from LP/RoboForm/etc. into 1Password --- it smells of lock-in and I dont like it.
You can export as text files and import into lastpass. It is super easy to do. I didnt try the reverse (I typed everything in once more to make sure I was happy with my online security).
I'm a little late to 1Password .. but nonetheless, my trail period is about to expire.
I just wanted to know, will I only get free access to Version 4 if I go down the Mac App Store route? This doesn't seem to be very clear on the website...
In the Agile Online Store, I can see the following statement
"Free Upgrade
Purchase 1Password for Mac or Windows today and receive a FREE upgrade to version 4 when it becomes available."
This doesn't mention which channel of purchasing the app needs to be taken in order to receive this free upgrade.
Thanks.
I just wanted to know, will I only get free access to Version 4 if I go down the Mac App Store route? This doesn't seem to be very clear on the website...
In the Agile Online Store, I can see the following statement
"Free Upgrade
Purchase 1Password for Mac or Windows today and receive a FREE upgrade to version 4 when it becomes available."
This doesn't mention which channel of purchasing the app needs to be taken in order to receive this free upgrade.
Thanks.
This is correct. 1Password 4 is a free upgrade for any Windows and Mac purchase, regardless of which store it is purchased from.
Windows is only available from our site. Mac is available from our site or the Mac App Store.
Thank you very much for this info.
In which case I guess it would make sense to purchase directly from the site as opposed to the MAS as there are no limitations within the software (i.e. Dropbox folder having to be in a specific place etc).
Cheers
EDIT: Actually having just read the post by Khad, it appears the best approach is to purchase from the MAS, and then should the need arise, contact Agile to generate a v3.8 license so that the website version of the app can be used.