# Self-hosting Bitwarden on DigitalOcean

Self-host Bitwarden on DigitalOcean by installing a preconfigured Bitwarden 1-click Droplet from the DigitalOcean Marketplace.

*By Kyle Spearrin*

*Published: April 19, 2022*

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Interested in self-hosting Bitwarden and ready to take the plunge? Jump into the DigitalOcean by installing a [Bitwarden 1-click Droplet](https://marketplace.digitalocean.com/apps/bitwarden?refcode=512986b01931), preconfigured and ready for use.

The Bitwarden 1-click droplet is available through the [DigitalOcean Marketplace](https://marketplace.digitalocean.com/) and simplifies self-hosting, giving you the freedom to get back to the important stuff like securely storing, managing, and sharing your credentials.

## What is a DigitalOcean droplet?

A [DigitalOcean Droplet](https://www.digitalocean.com/products/droplets) is a virtual machine, providing an alternative cloud-based solution for your Bitwarden Instance. New DigitalOcean users instantly receive $100 of free credit by using our [Partner link](https://marketplace.digitalocean.com/apps/bitwarden?refcode=512986b01931).

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## I’ve installed my Droplet, what’s next?

To access your new Bitwarden installation, visit your configured domain in a web browser, register a Bitwarden user account, and log in. The Bitwarden 1-Click Droplet also performs automatic weekly updates, so you don’t have to worry about manual server updates.

To learn more about self hosting Bitwarden, check out the [Hosting FAQ](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/help/hosting-faqs/) on the Help Center.

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Editor's Note: This blog was originally published on Tuesday, March 5th 2019 and was updated on Tuesday, April 19th 2022.