1Password Password Manager Cheat Sheet

Updated 2026-05-28

1Password is a comprehensive password manager developed by AgileBits that secures passwords, passkeys, payment cards, secure notes, SSH keys, and sensitive documents through military-grade encryption. Unlike browser-based password managers, 1Password uses both a master password and a unique Secret Key for dual-layer encryption, ensuring that even a breach of 1Password's servers poses no threat to your vault data. The platform operates across unlimited devices with cloud synchronization, provides automated security monitoring through Watchtower, and offers specialized features like Travel Mode for border crossings, SSH key management for developers, and granular access controls for families and teams. As of 2026, 1Password has expanded significantly into AI-era credential management—covering developer secrets via 1Password Environments, AI agent access control, an MCP server for coding agents, and phishing paste-warning protection—while staying rooted in its zero-knowledge, end-to-end encrypted security model.

What This Cheat Sheet Covers

This topic spans 30 focused tables and 246 indexed concepts. Below is a complete table-by-table outline of this topic, spanning foundational concepts through advanced details.

Table 1: Account Types and PlansTable 2: Core Security FeaturesTable 3: Watchtower Security MonitoringTable 4: Password Generator SettingsTable 5: Vault OrganizationTable 6: Item Categories and TemplatesTable 7: Tags and OrganizationTable 8: Autofill and Browser IntegrationTable 9: Travel ModeTable 10: Two-Factor Authentication (TOTP)Table 11: Secure Notes and DocumentsTable 12: Mobile App FeaturesTable 13: Desktop Application FeaturesTable 14: SSH Key ManagementTable 15: Command Line Interface (CLI)Table 16: 1Password EnvironmentsTable 17: Family and Team SharingTable 18: Access Management and PermissionsTable 19: Keyboard ShortcutsTable 20: Search and FilteringTable 21: Import and ExportTable 22: Activity Log and Audit Trail (Business)Table 23: Emergency Access and RecoveryTable 24: Collections and ViewsTable 25: Passkey SupportTable 26: Advanced FeaturesTable 27: Integration and AutomationTable 28: AI Agent SecurityTable 29: Security Practices and ComplianceTable 30: Synchronization and Availability

Table 1: Account Types and Plans

Pricing increased in March 2026; the figures below reflect current renewal pricing. Families and Teams plans offer shared vaults and access management on top of the full Individual feature set.

Type	Example	Description
Individual	$47.88/year ($ 3.99/mo annually)	• Single-user account with unlimited vaults, devices, and items • includes biometric unlock, Watchtower, 1 GB document storage, and developer tools
Families	$71.88/year for up to 5 members	• Shared and private vaults, family organizers manage access, invite additional members ($1/month each) • includes all Individual features plus vault sharing and account recovery
Teams Starter Pack	$19.95/month (up to 10 members, paid annually)	• Fixed-price plan for small teams (up to 10 seats) • role-based permissions, shared vaults, developer tools, Watchtower, 5 guest accounts; no SSO or custom groups.

Table 1: Account Types and Plans

Pricing increased in March 2026; the figures below reflect current renewal pricing. Families and Teams plans offer shared vaults and access management on top of the full Individual feature set.

Type	Example	Description
Individual	$47.88/year ($ 3.99/mo annually)	• Single-user account with unlimited vaults, devices, and items • includes biometric unlock, Watchtower, 1 GB document storage, and developer tools
Families	$71.88/year for up to 5 members	• Shared and private vaults, family organizers manage access, invite additional members ($1/month each) • includes all Individual features plus vault sharing and account recovery
Teams Starter Pack	$19.95/month (up to 10 members, paid annually)	• Fixed-price plan for small teams (up to 10 seats) • role-based permissions, shared vaults, developer tools, Watchtower, 5 guest accounts; no SSO or custom groups.