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Clipperz vs KeeWeb

A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted password managers options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.

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CL Clipperz Browser-based open-source encrypted password manager VS KE KeeWeb Web-based client for KeePass databases
FeatureClipperzKeeWeb
CategoryPassword ManagersPassword Managers
LicenseAGPL-3.0MIT
LanguageJavaScriptHTML
Setup difficultyMediumEasy
Min. RAM128 MB128 MB
Deploymentbare-metal, sourcedocker, bare-metal
GitHub stars★ 746★ 12,977
First released20062015
Replaces1Password, LastPassLastPass, 1Password

Why pick each one

Choose Clipperz if…

  • True zero-knowledge design
  • Runs in any browser
Clipperz details

Choose KeeWeb if…

  • Works with KeePass files
  • No server database
  • Cross-platform
KeeWeb details

Frequently asked questions

Is Clipperz or KeeWeb better?

KeeWeb is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Clipperz if its specific feature set fits your needs better.

Are Clipperz and KeeWeb free and open-source?

Yes. Clipperz is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and KeeWeb under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run Clipperz and KeeWeb with Docker?

Clipperz: check the project docs for container support. KeeWeb: yes.

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