Is Avira Password Manager Safe? — Extension Safety Profile
Quick verdict: Avira Password Manager earns a safety grade B, 72.4 out of 100, based on 5 of 5 dimensions.
72.4/100
Grade B · 5 of 5 checks
What we found
Automated safety profile from public signals (the extension's manifest & permissions, store listing, publisher, privacy policy). A full review hasn't been published yet.
What this safety grade means
Avira Password Manager earns a safety grade of B (72.4/100), measured across 5 of 5 dimensions. Its strongest area is Data & Privacy (85%). The weakest is Maintenance & Ownership (30%) — what holds its grade back the most.
On the public records we can check, Avira Password Manager looks broadly trustworthy. 7,000,000 active users/installs reported on the store. Store rating 3.7/5 from 561 user ratings. Last updated on the store 2025-03-12. This is an automated profile, not a hands-on review — so treat the grade as a starting point: open Avira Password Manager's own store listing and privacy policy before installing, and weigh it against the other password managers extensions we track below.
Safety Signals
Based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions
| Dimension | Score | Bar | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publisher & Identity | 60% · 4.8/8 pts | Automated signals | |
| Permissions & Access | 77% · 19.2/25 pts | Automated signals | |
| Data & Privacy | 85% · 13.6/16 pts | Automated signals | |
| Maintenance & Ownership | 30% · 2.3/7.5 pts | Automated signals | |
| Community Reputation | 84% · 8.4/10 pts | Automated signals |
In-depth safety analysis
Avira Password Manager requests a broad set of permissions typical for a password manager, including the ability to read and modify data on all websites you visit and monitor your web navigation and network requests. This scope is expected because the extension needs to detect login forms, autofill credentials, and synchronize password vaults across pages. The declared collection of personally identifiable information, location, and web history aligns with the extension's function, though users should be aware that such data handling, even when disclosed, requires trust in the developer's security practices.
Password managers are a category where safety risks are high due to the sensitivity of the data they handle. A careful user should ensure they are downloading the official extension from the browser store, as clones and phishing attempts can target popular password tools. Always verify that the publisher name matches the known developer and be cautious of unexpected updates or requests for additional permissions.
The strongest dimension for this extension is Data & Privacy, reflecting that the developer has provided clear disclosures about data collection and usage. The weakest dimension is Maintenance & Ownership, which suggests that aspects like the evidence of active upkeep or the transparency of the publisher's identity could be areas for a user to examine more closely before installing.
AI-assisted analysis of the documented signals above (permissions, store data, privacy practices) — explains what they mean and the risks typical for this category. Not a hands-on test.
What the store listing shows
Who's Behind Avira Password Manager?
- Publisher Avira
Public records identify the publisher, but no individual founders or a separate registered company are named — which is what holds the Publisher & Identity score back. Less public information about who operates an extension means less you can verify about their long-term accountability.
How it compares
Among the 4 Password Managers extensions we track, Avira Password Manager scores higher on safety than 50% of them.
Computed from our own database of assessed Password Managers extensions — updated as we track more.
Evidence on File (12)
Avira Password Manager FAQ
- Is Avira Password Manager safe?
- Avira Password Manager earns a safety grade of B (72.4/100) on our evidence-based assessment, based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions we could verify from public records. This is an automated profile built from public records, not a hands-on review.
- Who is behind Avira Password Manager?
- Avira Password Manager is operated by Avira.
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