KeePassX "Unable to open the database. Wrong key or database file is corrupt."

Question

Trying to open a .kdbx database with correct password gives the following error "Unable to open the database. Wrong key or database file is corrupt". However, it does work on OSX. Repairing does not fix the issue. I remember also having few random successes before but that's about it.

Solution

I had the same error. This answer on GitHub was the solution for me:

You always need to use ALL keys you used for creating the database. When you create a database with password and key file, you need to use both to unlock it. Make sure the corresponding checkboxes are ticked on the unlock screen.

Comments

[davidbaumann]

Are you sure you have the proper password? Do you use a keyfile? You should compare the hashes on both machines, or copy again. Also check keyboard layout.

[EODCraft Staff]

Also Note: Be sure you are coping over the Key file as well. 2 Factor Protection so just anyone can't open your database.

[spacemonkey]

@davidbaumann yup, checked it all, still the problem persists.

[user1691145]

I have the same problem. 100% sure the password is correct.

[Ced]

oh my god lol. So I had the wrong checkbox set :) (I had to uncheck the keyfile)

[David]

How is this an answer to the question? If you have a question ask it in the proper way not trying to slip it in as an answer.

[ThunderBird]

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