DBeaver has three password provider options:
- Master password (recommended) – The most secure option for protecting sensitive data.
- Automation (console) – Allows automated tasks to run without password prompts.
- Integrated security – Uses your operating system’s security system to store passwords securely.
Changing the password provider¶
- Go to Window -> Preferences -> General -> Security.
- Select your preferred provider.
- Click Apply and follow prompts to confirm and update your settings.
Use Advanced mode to gain full control over secure storage settings, including encryption preferences and management of individual secured resources.
- Navigate to Window -> Preferences -> General -> Security.
- In the Encrypted data section, click the See what secured data was saved button.
In the opened window:
- The Contents tab allows you to:Review the resources that are secured. This includes resources protected by the Master Password and those secured through integrated operating system (OS) security mechanisms.
- Delete entries if necessary to remove security constraints from the resources.
- The Advanced tab allows you to set the encryption algorithm for new storages.