Introduction
Welcome to the Kutztown University guide for using Keeper, a secure and efficient password management tool. This guide will help you understand how to use Keeper to manage your passwords and protect your sensitive information.
What is Keeper?
Keeper is a password management solution that helps you create, store and autofill your passwords securely. It uses zero-knowledge encryption, ensuring that only you have access to your stored data.
Getting Started with Keeper
- Request access to Keeper through the KU IT Help Center.
- Once your account is ready, navigate to https://www.keepersecurity.com.
- Login to the Keeper Web Vault with you KU Single Sign-On credentials.
- Enter your KU SSO username and select Enterprise SSO Login.
- Enter kutztown.edu as the Enterprise Domain and Connect.
- If this is your first time logging, your device will need approval. Choose Admin Approval when prompted.
- Leave Enable Two-Factor Authentication unchecked (your KU SSO MFA will be used during login).
Adding a Password
- Click on the + button to add a new password.
Enter the website URL, your username, and password.
Save the entry to your vault.
Passwords can be organized by creating folders.
KeeperFill Browser Extension (Autofill)
The KeeperFill Browser Extension is a quick and easy way to access passwords and will help auto fill passwords on sites with saved credentials. To use KeeperFill:
- Download and install the Keeper browser extension for your browser here: https://www.keepersecurity.com/download.html?t=f.
Login using your Kutztown University SSO credentials.
- When you visit a login page, KeeperFill will prompt you to autofill your credentials.
Best Practices
- Regularly Update Passwords: Change your passwords periodically to enhance security.
- Use Unique Passwords: Avoid reusing passwords across different sites.
- Use passwords that are greater than 15 characters and contain special characters (!@#$%...)
Troubleshooting and Support
If you encounter any issues or need further assistance, please contact the Kutztown University IT Help Desk at helpdesk@kutztown.edu or call (610) 683-1511.