PasswordVault v5.1 enhances import functions and cross-platform auto-distribution
ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA -- November 22, 2006 -- Lava Software is now shipping PasswordVault v5.1, a simple and practical enterprise-level password manager for Windows, MacOS X (Universal Binary), MacOS Classic and Linux(i86). This new version offers powerful import functions which allow password data to be imported efficiently from most other password managers, easier updating of runtime keys (for Std to Pro Edition crossgrades), and enhancements which simplify the setting up and testing of auto-import and auto-export of password data (used by the password auto-distribution system). It is a free upgrade for all users.
Import filters have been added for some specific password managers, and the custom import filter has been significantly enhanced, making it possible to import password data from most other password managers on Windows, MacOS and Linux. Even exotic data fields can be easily appended to the 'Notes' area of a PasswordVault service, ensuring no valuable information is lost during the importation process. Individual users can thus migrate their password data to PasswordVault and then access it on any computer platform. The custom import filter also allows groups of users within organizations to migrate to the PasswordVault cross-platform enterprise-level password management solution, and subsequently securely and automatically share and synchronize password data between users across all major computer platforms.
Standard features in PasswordVault include auto-filling of Web forms (two-click logins), very strong 896-bit encryption, a unique Master Password Recovery System (MPRS), random password generator, auto-lock timer (with clipboard clear), very powerful import and export functions (for easy backup and transfer), masked passwords, user defined service categories, editable notes, selectable skins, detailed reports after portable/desktop sync, and enhanced support for use in large organizations (The University of Illinois purchased site licenses of PasswordVault for their campuses at Urbana-Champaign, Chicago and Springfield in 2004, renewing their license in 2005 and again in 2006). The portable version (bundled free with the desktop version) runs directly off USB flash drives and iPods, providing users with secure access to their data when they're on the road, as well as the convenience of auto-synchronization when they return to their desktop computer.
The new Professional Edition offers additional features for password management and control within organizations, including secure auto-distribution (via shared network drives on LANs or via Web server URLs), secure multi-user password synchronization, and logging of auto-exports and auto-import service changes. It provides a simple but powerful cross-platform enterprise-level password management solution for companies, schools, universities and other organizations. The auto-distribution system is very flexible. For example, it can ensure a group of normal users always have the latest passwords managed by a privileged user, it can keep passwords in selected categories synchronized between a group of users, or it can synchronize privileged users and propagate changes to normal users.
For a limited time, small businesses and home users can purchase the 5 user pack of PasswordVault Pro for USD39.00 (normally USD49.00). Other pack sizes are also available for larger businesses and organizations, such as the 20 user pack for USD99.00, the 50 user pack for USD199.00, and the 100 user pack for USD299.00. A site license for an unlimited number of users is USD499.00. Elementary and high schools can currently purchase a site license for only USD349.00, which covers all staff and students at the school for the use of PasswordVault Pro on all computers at school and at home (including laptops) and all portable media (USB drives, iPods, etc). Universities and colleges can currently purchase a custom build site license with extended student licensing, prelicensing (users do not need to enter a runtime key during installation) and an optional custom backdrop for USD990.00.
The free Lite Edition of PasswordVault v5.1 (available for immediate download from http://www.lavasoftware.com) includes a 30 day trial of auto-distribution and supports up to 15 services, whilst the Standard and Professional Editions support any number of services. Individual licenses of the Standard Edition are priced at USD14.95, and purchasers get download access to the current version of the software for all platforms, as well as free upgrades forever. The Professional Edition is available in multi-user packs and as site licenses for companies, schools, universities and other organizations. OEM pricing, customization and rebranding options are available on request. VAR, ISP and ISV enquiries welcomed.
'PasswordVault' is a trademark of Lava Software Pty. Ltd.
About the Company
Lava Software Pty. Ltd., a company founded in the State of South Australia in 1997, develops software products across a range of key application areas for all popular computer platforms. More information is available from http://www.lavasoftware.com or by emailing service@lavasoftware.com.
