Clipperz vs Padloc
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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Clipperz
Browser-based open-source encrypted password manager
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Padloc
Modern open-source password manager
| Feature | Clipperz | Padloc |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | JavaScript | JavaScript |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal, source | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 746 | ★ 2,924 |
| First released | 2006 | 2016 |
| Replaces | 1Password, LastPass | 1Password, LastPass |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is Clipperz or Padloc better?
Neither is universally better. Padloc has the larger community; both share a medium setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are Clipperz and Padloc free and open-source?
Yes. Clipperz is licensed under AGPL-3.0 and Padloc under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Clipperz and Padloc with Docker?
Clipperz: check the project docs for container support. Padloc: yes.