Codebook Help

Welcome to the Codebook Help page! We've got lots of great articles and user guides below, but if you don't see what you're looking for, please check the FAQ articles on our discussion forum. As always, feel free to reach out to us directly if you have a question.

A series of short tutorials walking you through initial setup and use of Codebook. Great for first-time users!

  1. Tutorial Start
  2. Installing Codebook
  3. Creating New Passwords
  4. Adding Your Details
  5. Using Your Passwords
  6. Saving Old Passwords
  7. Copying & Moving Records
  8. Creating Templates
  9. Wrapping Up

Different operating systems provide different levels of support for filling out forms and logging in with your passwords.

The Sync feature lets you keep your passwords and other secure data in sync on all of your devices.

  • Data Structure

    Learn where your passwords are stored, arranged, and sorted in Codebook, and about the helpful features of Codebook's data model.

  • Customize Labels

    Create custom labels and edit the default set for your unique needs.

  • Password Review

    Review your passwords for breaches with HaveIBeenPwned.com.

  • Import

    Import your data from another password manager via CSV. Direct exports from some applications are also supported, depending on platform.

  • Export

    Codebook provides both CSV and plain text export (macOS and Windows only).

  • Desktop Keyboard Shortcuts

    Are you a keyboard commando? Check out all of Codebook's keyboard shortcuts for macOS and Windows.

  • Security Features

    Learn about the security measures Codebook employs to keep your passwords and other sensitive data safe.

  • Resetting Your Master Password

    Instructions for resetting Codebook and starting fresh with a new Master Password.

  • The Sync Key

    The encryption key Codebook uses to encrypt your data for Sync.

  • Word List Encoding

    Information about the Word List encoding that Codebook offers when you backup your Sync Key.