Passbolt

Collaborative password manager.

GitHub stars: 6,159
License: AGPL-3.0
Latest release: v5.16.0
17 September 2026
Last commit: 17 September 2026
Runs on: PHP, Debian packages, Kubernetes, Docker

Commits per month, last 12 months

1,530 commits

Replaces

Paid products Passbolt can stand in for.

1PasswordPassword manager.Bitwarden cloudBitwarden's hosted password manager.DashlanePassword manager.KeeperPassword manager for families and businesses.LastPassPassword manager.

How to self-host Passbolt

Passbolt runs on PHP, Debian packages, Kubernetes and Docker. The project's own install guide is the place to start; most people put it on a small server with Docker and a reverse proxy for HTTPS.

Get a server: a home server, a VPS, or a managed app host.
Install it the way the project's docs describe, usually with Docker Compose.
Put it behind HTTPS and set up backups before you add real data.
Update it regularly. Watch the project's releases.

New to self-hosting? Start with the beginner's guide.

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Questions

Is Passbolt free?

Yes. Passbolt is open source under the AGPL-3.0 license, so you can use it without paying for a license. You pay only for the server it runs on.

Can I self-host Passbolt?

Yes. Passbolt runs on PHP, Debian packages, Kubernetes and Docker. Follow the install guide in the project's documentation, or use a host that installs it for you.

What does Passbolt replace?

People use Passbolt instead of 1Password, Bitwarden cloud, Dashlane or Keeper.

Is Passbolt still maintained?

The last change to Passbolt's code was on 17 September 2026, with 1530 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

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