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What it is

Bitwarden is a password manager for individuals and organizations to manage and share online information. Accounts can store passwords, notes, credit cards, and identities, and include passkey management plus a username and password generator. Bitwarden says vault data is end-to-end encrypted and only the user's master password can decrypt it. Bitwarden Send transmits text and files to anyone, including people who do not use the service. Apps include a web app, browser extensions, desktop applications for Windows, macOS, and Linux, and mobile apps for Apple and Android. The Free plan includes basic password management, unlimited devices and passwords, and sharing with another user at no charge. Premium is $1.65 a month billed annually; Families is $3.99 a month billed annually for up to six users. Teams costs $4 per user per month billed annually, and Enterprise is $6 per user per month billed annually. The company says it conducts annual source code audits and penetration tests, and lists ISO 27001, SOC 2, SOC 3, and HIPAA credentials. One platform-specific limitation: the F-Droid build lacks live-sync push notifications, so manual vault syncing is required.

Spec sheet

What it does
Bitwarden provides password, passkey, secrets and passwordless-management products for individuals, developers and organizations.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Product
Bitwarden provides password management for individuals and organizations to securely manage and share online information.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Free plan
YesRead 23 Sep 2026 · bitwarden.com
Integrations
Official integrations include AWS, Microsoft Entra ID, Duo, Auth0, Google, Okta, Rippling, PingFederate, JumpCloud, ADFS, Keycloak and OneLogin SSO.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Security
Bitwarden says vault data is end-to-end encrypted and only the user's master password can decrypt it.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Compliance
Bitwarden states that it is SOC 2 Type II, SOC 3, ISO 27001 and HIPAA compliant and supports GDPR, CCPA/CPRA and the Data Privacy Framework.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Support
The pricing page says 24/7 email support is available to everyone and priority support is available to paid users.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Headquarters
Santa Barbara, California, USARead 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Founded
2016Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Apps
Bitwarden offers browser extensions, native Windows, macOS, and Linux desktop applications, a web app, and mobile applications for Apple and Android.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Audits
Bitwarden says it completes annual source code audits and penetration tests for its clients, core application, and library.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Business integrations
Listed SSO integrations include AWS, Microsoft Entra ID, Duo, Google, Okta, and JumpCloud.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Certifications
Bitwarden states it has ISO 27001, SOC 2, and SOC 3 certifications and HIPAA compliance.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Company founded
Bitwarden states that it was founded in 2016.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Company headquarters
Bitwarden lists its headquarters at 1 North Calle Cesar Chavez, Suite 102, Santa Barbara, California.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Company legal structure
Bitwarden, Inc. is the parent company of wholly owned 8bit Solutions LLC.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Company scale
Bitwarden says it serves more than 80,000 businesses and 15 million users in over 180 countries and 50-plus languages.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Developer tooling
Bitwarden publishes organization and vault APIs, a Password Manager CLI, a Secrets Manager CLI and SDKs for secrets applications.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Directory and SIEM
The integrations page lists directory sync options including Microsoft Entra ID and Google Workspace, and SIEM options including Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Directory integration
Directory connectors support Entra ID, Apple Open Directory, Google Workspace, ApacheDS, OpenLDAP, Fedora Directory Server, Novell eDirectory and OpenDS.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Documentation and support
Bitwarden provides a Help Center, developer documentation, community forum, email support and priority support for paid users.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
File attachments
Premium provides 5 GB of personal encrypted attachment storage, while Families adds 5 GB for family items.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Licensing
Core client code is GPL-3.0, the main server is AGPL-3.0, and selected enterprise modules use the source-available Bitwarden License requiring a paid production subscription.Read 14 Oct 2026 · github.com
Limit: administration
Enterprise reviewers cite sluggish web vaults, limited reporting and employee-vault recovery gaps; one reviewer reported passkeys unavailable in their tenant.Read 14 Oct 2026 · gartner.com
Limit: autofill reliability
Reviewers repeatedly report intermittent autofill or autosave failures, especially on mobile and some browsers.Read 14 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Limit: interface polish
Reviewers commonly describe the desktop or mobile interface as dated, clunky or less seamless than competitors.Read 14 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Limit: self-hosting effort
TechRadar says self-hosting requires substantial technical expertise and resources despite detailed guides.Read 14 Oct 2026 · techradar.com
Notable limitation
The Bitwarden F-Droid build does not include Firebase Messaging, so live sync push notifications do not work and manual vault syncing is required.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Passkeys
Users can create, store and use passkeys across the mobile app and browser extensions.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Password generator
A username and password generator is included in every account and is also available as a web tool.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Praise: cross-platform access
Reviewers repeatedly praise easy setup, synchronization and access across browsers, phones and desktops.Read 14 Oct 2026 · trustradius.com
Praise: value and security
Independent reviewers repeatedly praise the generous free tier, low premium price, strong security and open-source transparency.Read 14 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Public API
The Public API is RESTful and manages organization members, collections, groups, event logs and policies using JSON and standard HTTP methods.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Rating on Apple App Store
4.8 out of 5 from 34,000 ratingsRead 14 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Rating on Capterra
4.7 out of 5 from 216 reviewsRead 14 Oct 2026 · capterra.com
Rating on Chrome Web Store
2.9 out of 5 from 8,000 ratingsRead 14 Oct 2026 · chromewebstore.google.com
Rating on G2
4.6 out of 5 from 1,475 reviewsRead 14 Oct 2026 · g2.com
Rating on Gartner Peer Insights
4.7 out of 5 from 77 ratingsRead 14 Oct 2026 · gartner.com
Rating on GetApp
4.7 out of 5 from 216 reviewsRead 14 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Rating on Google Play
4.7 out of 5 from 183,000 reviewsRead 14 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Rating on Software Advice
4.7 out of 5 from 215 ratingsRead 14 Oct 2026 · softwareadvice.com
Rating on Trustpilot
3.1 out of 5 from 368 reviewsRead 14 Oct 2026 · trustpilot.com
Rating on TrustRadius
9.3 out of 10 from 95 reviewsRead 14 Oct 2026 · trustradius.com
Secure sharing
Bitwarden Send transmits text or files with end-to-end encryption, including to people who do not have accounts.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Security encryption
Bitwarden states that it uses zero-knowledge end-to-end AES-256 encryption, multifactor encryption and PBKDF2-SHA-256.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Self-hosting
The complete server stack can be deployed with Docker on customer infrastructure, and clients can be configured to use a self-hosted server.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Sharing
Bitwarden Send lets users transmit text and files to anyone, including non-users, with end-to-end encryption.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Supported clients
Downloads include a web vault, Windows, macOS and Linux desktop apps, iOS and Android apps, browser extensions and a CLI.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Supported platforms
web,Windows,macOS,Linux,iOS,Android,browser extensionsRead 23 Sep 2026 · bitwarden.com
Two-step login
Two-step authentication supports authenticator apps, email, Duo, Yubico OTP and hardware security keys.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Vault API
The Vault Management API exposes most CLI vault actions through a local web server started with the CLI serve command.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Vault features
Every Bitwarden account includes storage for passwords, notes, credit cards, and identities, plus passkey management and a username and password generator.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Vault health
Premium features identify weak, reused or exposed passwords and provide vault health alerts and password coaching.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Vault storage
The password manager stores passwords, notes, credit cards and identities in encrypted vaults.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Who it serves
Bitwarden describes Password Manager as intended for organizations and individuals seeking password security, while Secrets Manager is for developers and DevOps teams.Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Windows requirements
The self-hosted Windows deployment minimum is an x64 1.4 GHz processor, 6 GB RAM, 76 GB storage and Docker Engine 26 or newer.Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com

Plans and prices

Free Free Unlimited passwords · unlimited devices · browser, mobile and desktop apps · free sharing with one user · Bitwarden Send Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Premium $1.65 a month $19.80 billed annually 1 account · integrated authenticator · 5 GB personal attachments · emergency access · vault health reports · priority support Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Families $3.99 a month $47.88 billed annually Up to 6 users · 6 premium accounts · unlimited sharing and collections · 5 GB personal plus 5 GB family storage Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Teams $4 a month per user, billed annually Centralized ownership · secure credential sharing · event logs · directory synchronization · SCIM provisioning Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Enterprise $6 a month per user, billed annually Granular access control · passwordless SSO · enterprise policies · self-hosting · Access Intelligence · free Families plan for users Read 14 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Talk to Sales Priced on request Tailored plan for large organizations Read 23 Sep 2026 · bitwarden.com
Premium $19.80 a year $19.80 per year (= $1.65/month, billed annually) 1 account · 5 GB personal file attachments · integrated authenticator · emergency access · security reports Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Families $47.88 a year $47.88 per year (= $3.99/month, billed annually) Up to 6 users · 6 premium accounts · unlimited sharing and collections · organization storage Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Teams $48 a year $48.00 per year (= $4.00/month, billed annually) Centralized ownership and management · secure credential sharing · event logs · directory sync · SCIM provisioning Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Enterprise $72 a year $72.00 per year (= $6.00/month, billed annually) All Teams features · granular access control · passwordless SSO · enterprise policies · self-hosting · Access Intelligence Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com
Custom business plan Priced on request Tailored plan for large organizations Read 4 Oct 2026 · bitwarden.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Stores passwords, notes, credit cards, and identities.
  • Supports passkeys and a username and password generator.
  • Free plan includes unlimited devices and passwords.
  • Bitwarden Send can share text and files with non-users.
  • Available across desktop, mobile, web, and extensions.

Limits

  • F-Droid build requires manual vault syncing.
  • Premium costs $1.65 a month billed annually.
  • Teams and Enterprise are billed per user.

Who it suits

Bitwarden suits individuals and organizations seeking password management and sharing across desktop, mobile, web, and browser extensions. Its Secrets Manager is described as intended for developers and DevOps teams.

Bitwarden in depth

Read the full write-up

Bitwarden is a password manager for people and organizations that want a shared home for credentials and other sensitive information. It is a strong fit for individuals who want an unlimited free vault across devices, with paid plans for family sharing and business administration.

Overview

Accounts hold passwords, notes, credit cards, identities, and passkeys, with a generator for usernames and passwords. Bitwarden Send adds encrypted text and file sharing, including with people who do not use Bitwarden. That breadth makes it more than a password-only vault; it is less suited to readers looking primarily for a dedicated authenticator.

Bitwarden says vault data is end-to-end encrypted and decryptable only with the user’s master password. It also says it conducts annual source-code audits and penetration tests, and holds ISO 27001, SOC 2, and SOC 3 certifications and HIPAA compliance. These are meaningful security commitments, but the master password remains the key to the vault and should be protected accordingly.

Key features

Vault and credential tools: Passwords, notes, cards, identities, and passkeys sit together, while the username and password generator helps create credentials instead of reusing them.

Encrypted sharing: Bitwarden Send can deliver text and files to account holders or non-users. It is useful for occasional secure transfers, though the free plan’s sharing is limited to another user.

Business connections: Listed single sign-on integrations include AWS, Microsoft Entra ID, Duo, Google, Okta, and JumpCloud. Directory sync options include Microsoft Entra ID and Google Workspace; SIEM options include Splunk and Microsoft Sentinel. These integrations give organizations ways to connect the vault to existing identity and monitoring systems.

Support: 24/7 email support is available to everyone, with priority support for paid users.

Pricing

Bitwarden uses a freemium model. The Free plan costs nothing and includes basic password management, unlimited devices and passwords, and sharing with one other user. That is a compelling starting point for an individual, but it is not the plan for broader sharing or paid-user priority support.

Premium costs $1.65 a month, billed annually at $19.80. It is the lowest-cost paid option for an individual who wants a paid tier, but the stated plan details do not establish additional feature inclusions beyond the free plan. Families costs $3.99 a month, billed annually at $47.88, and supports up to 6 users, making it the clear fit for a household that needs multiple accounts.

For organizations, Teams costs $4 per user per month, billed annually; Enterprise costs $6 per user per month, billed annually. Those per-seat terms matter as teams grow. Talk to Sales and Custom business plans have custom pricing for large organizations.

Platforms

Bitwarden runs on the web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android, with browser extensions and a self-hosted option. The F-Droid build lacks Firebase Messaging, so push notifications for live sync do not work and vault syncing must be started manually. Users who rely on that build should account for the extra step; other listed platforms avoid this specific limitation.

Who it's for

Individuals get broad vault coverage without device or password caps on the free plan. Families can add up to six users on one plan, while organizations can choose per-user Teams or Enterprise plans and use listed SSO, directory sync, and SIEM integrations. Developers and DevOps teams are identified as the audience for Bitwarden Secrets Manager, rather than the Password Manager reviewed here.

Pros and cons

Pro: The free plan has unlimited devices and passwords, so personal users can keep one vault across their devices without hitting those caps.

Pro: Passkeys, common vault item types, and encrypted sharing with non-users cover more than credential storage alone.

Pro: Business integrations and annual security audits, penetration tests, and stated certifications support organizational use.

Con: F-Droid users must sync manually because live-sync push notifications are unavailable in that build.

Con: Free sharing is limited to one other user, so households or teams needing broader access need a paid plan.

Con: Business prices are charged per user and annually, which makes seat count and renewal cost important for organizations.

Alternatives

Choose SAASPASS Authenticator if its free personal-use mobile app and listed support for Android, iOS, desktop systems, web, and browser extensions better match your needs. Consider LastPass as another freemium password manager; its free plan is limited to one device type. Ente Auth is a free, open-source authenticator with data export and import, a better fit when authenticator portability is the priority. Duo Mobile is worth considering for its free plan for up to 10 users or its paid phishing-resistant MFA and passwordless authentication features.

Proton Authenticator, Yubico Authenticator, HYPR Authenticate, and LoginTC are other authentication alternatives.

For adjacent categories, browse Authenticator apps, Biometric Authentication Software, and Passwordless Authentication Software.

Verdict

Choose Bitwarden if you want a cross-platform password vault with an unusually capable free tier, passkey support, and a path to family or business administration. Look elsewhere if you need F-Droid live-sync notifications or a dedicated authenticator as your primary tool.

Verdict

Bitwarden pairs password storage with encrypted sharing and apps across major desktop and mobile platforms. Users of the F-Droid build should account for manual syncing, and paid-plan costs are billed annually.

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