Browserpass vs Yopass
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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Browserpass
Browser extension front-end for the pass manager
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Yopass
Securely share secrets with encrypted one-time links
| Feature | Browserpass | Yopass |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Password Managers | Password Managers |
| License | ISC | MIT |
| Language | JavaScript | Go |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 64 MB | 64 MB |
| Deployment | binary, source | docker, kubernetes, binary |
| GitHub stars | ★ 1,009 | ★ 3,052 |
| First released | 2016 | 2016 |
| Replaces | LastPass extension, 1Password extension | 1Password, Doppler |
Why pick each one
Choose Browserpass if…
- Released under the ISC license
- Active community (1k GitHub stars)
- Written in JavaScript
- Tiny footprint — runs in 64 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Browserpass or Yopass better?
Yopass is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Browserpass if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Browserpass and Yopass free and open-source?
Yes. Browserpass is licensed under ISC and Yopass under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Browserpass and Yopass with Docker?
Browserpass: check the project docs for container support. Yopass: yes.