Vaultwarden
Lightweight, self-hosted Bitwarden-compatible password server that runs on a $5 VPS
Editor's Take
Vaultwarden is the self-hosted password manager that makes Bitwarden's own official server look heavy. Written in Rust, it uses a fraction of the memory and runs comfortably on a $5 VPS or even a Raspberry Pi. The full Bitwarden API compatibility means every official Bitwarden app — browser extension, mobile app, desktop client — works without modification. You get the same password generation, secure sharing, and two-factor auth, just on your own server. What impressed us is how polished and stable it is despite being a community project. The TOTP and YubiKey support are genuine security upgrades, not afterthoughts. The fair-code license means you can use it freely for personal and internal business use. If you've ever been frustrated by Bitwarden's premium pricing for features that should be free, Vaultwarden gives you everything without the paywall.
Best for users who are comfortable following setup instructions or running a self-hosted tool.
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Why It Stands Out
- 1Full Bitwarden API compatibility — works with all official Bitwarden apps
- 2Written in Rust — uses minimal memory and runs on cheap hardware
- 3Supports TOTP, YubiKey, and SSO for enterprise-grade auth
Best Use Cases
Ditch cloud password managers
Host your own password server and stop trusting third parties with your credentials
Family password sharing
Share passwords securely with family members without premium subscription fees