UpdateStar Password Finder 8
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"Brought back my hidden and forgotten passwords in seconds." — Paula M.

Recover hidden passwords for software programs.

Why UpdateStar Password Finder? Because losing passwords is an annoying experience! Supports user name and password recovery and backup for more than one hundred software programs. Scans local and network computers without installation.

Getting Started with Password Finder

Welcome to Password Finder! This comprehensive guide will walk you through the complete setup process, from initial download to full activation. Within minutes, you'll be recovering lost passwords and credentials from 108+ supported applications on your computer.

Quick Setup — Under 5 Minutes: Follow these three simple steps to install, configure, and activate Password Finder on your system.

1
Download & Installation

Download the Password Finder Installer

Visit our download page to obtain the latest version of Password Finder. The installer is approximately 2 MB and downloads typically complete within seconds.

Complete the Installation

  1. Locate the downloaded file (typically in your Downloads folder)
  2. Double-click the installer to launch the installation wizard
  3. Follow the wizard prompts to select installation preferences
  4. Click "Install" to begin the installation process
  5. Complete the wizard and exit when installation finishes
Password Finder Installation Wizard

Launch the Application

After installation completes, launch Password Finder by double-clicking the desktop icon or selecting it from your Start menu. The application will open and display the main interface, ready for your first password scan.

2
Scan for Password Information

Password Finder automatically scans your computer for stored credentials from supported applications. The scanning process is fast, comprehensive, and non-intrusive.

Start Scan Button

Initiate Your First Scan

Click the "Scan local computer" button on the main interface to begin scanning for passwords. Password Finder will search through:

  • Web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer, etc.)
  • Email clients (Outlook, Thunderbird, Windows Mail)
  • FTP clients (WinSCP, SecureFX)
  • Instant messengers and other supported applications
Scan Duration: Initial scans typically complete in 30-60 seconds, depending on the number of applications installed and the system configuration. Progress is displayed in real-time during the scanning process.

3
Upgrade to Full Version

Trial Limitation: The trial version displays password results incompletely. To view, export, and print complete password information, a full license is required.

Choose Your License

Personal License

$24.95

License for 1 PC with lifetime validity

Purchase 1 PC License

Multi-PC License

$49.95

License for 3 PCs with lifetime validity

Purchase 3 PC License

Activate Your License

After purchasing your license, you'll receive an email containing your personal license key and activation instructions.

  1. Check your email for the license key (usually arrives within minutes)
  2. Open Password Finder and access the main menu
  3. Select "Register" or "Enter License Key" from the menu
  4. Enter your license key exactly as provided in the email
  5. Click "Activate" to unlock full functionality
Password Finder Registration
Activation Complete! Once activated, you can view, export, and print complete password information from all supported applications.

Next Steps & Advanced Features

Now that Password Finder is installed and activated, explore these powerful features to maximize its value:

Network Scanning

Scan remote computers on your network to recover passwords from multiple systems simultaneously. Ideal for IT administrators and system management.

Export Options

Export recovered passwords to various formats for backup, documentation, or migration to password management systems. Print results for offline storage.

Detailed Scanning

Configure scan settings to focus on specific application categories or perform comprehensive system-wide scans for thorough credential recovery.

Regular Updates

Keep Password Finder's application database current with automatic updates, ensuring compatibility with newly released software versions.

Need Additional Help? View our comprehensive documentation or contact support for assistance.

Quick Setup Checklist

  • Download Password Finder installer
  • Run installation wizard
  • Launch Password Finder
  • Perform initial password scan
  • Review scan results
  • Purchase license (if needed)
  • Activate full version

Time Required

  • Download: Under 1 minute
  • Installation: 1-2 minutes
  • First Scan: 30-60 seconds
  • License Purchase: 2-3 minutes
  • Activation: Under 1 minute
  • Total Setup Time: Under 5 minutes

Trial vs Full Version

Feature Trial Full
Scan for Passwords
View Complete Results
Export Passwords
Network Scanning
Technical Support

System Requirements

  • Windows 11, 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP
  • Intel Pentium 4 or equivalent
  • 512 MB RAM minimum
  • 10 MB disk space
  • 32-bit and 64-bit support

Need Help?

Experiencing issues with installation or activation?

Contact Support