Mozilla SOPS vs YeetFile
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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Mozilla SOPS
Encrypt secrets in config files for version control
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YeetFile
Encrypted file sharing and vault service
| Feature | Mozilla SOPS | YeetFile |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | MPL-2.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Go | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 50 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 22,713 | ★ 313 |
| First released | 2015 | 2025 |
| Replaces | AWS Secrets Manager, HashiCorp Vault | Pastebin, ZeroBin |
Why pick each one
Choose YeetFile if…
- Released under the AGPL-3.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- Written in Go
- Tiny footprint — runs in 50 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Mozilla SOPS or YeetFile better?
Neither is universally better. Mozilla SOPS has the larger community, while YeetFile is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Mozilla SOPS and YeetFile free and open-source?
Yes. Mozilla SOPS is licensed under MPL-2.0 and YeetFile under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Mozilla SOPS and YeetFile with Docker?
Mozilla SOPS: check the project docs for container support. YeetFile: check the project docs for container support.