# The self-hosted password manager from Bitwarden

Discover the Bitwarden self-hosted password manager for secure, on-premises credential management. Customise security policies, meet compliance requirements, and gain true data sovereignty with Docker or Kubernetes deployments.

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## The self-hosted password manager from Bitwarden

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[Self-Host Documentation](https://bitwarden.com/help/install-on-premise-linux/)

## Awards and Recognition

![millions-customers-trust-bitwarden](https://bitwarden.com/assets/6PLCdWI1MGA3pjrDYaqlC/a94aa530aaad1fad7c4166839df9790f/millions-customers-trust-bitwarden.png)

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### Apply your own security model

Place your Bitwarden installation behind a proxy, firewall, and other safeguards for extra data security.

![icon-security-encrypted-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/3mHMxwMIDT81O96RfbxjeR/1794c13395ca38f548a66b3e83ca46fc/icon-secure-password.png)

### Control backups and availability

The container-based solutions of either Docker or Kubernetes fit into your existing high-availability and recovery strategy, and within your established procedures.

![icon-self-host-3-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/2wneEdtDKyStw2whnZgCDl/d3ae42e11c76255da55053bfa3bbe293/icon-self-host-3.png)

### Customise to fit your needs

Meet your specific compliance requirements and internal data residency policies with flexible environment variables for evolving needs.

![icon-user-management-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/3lvPfhTgeNyqmejg7UsCxE/b3b46220c732f32c58831951d8ec6b0d/icon-management.png)

## Get Bitwarden for business to:

### Control credential security

Establish a first line of defence at work against cyber threats and data breaches. Corporate reporting tools and policies centralise security, making it easy for employees to manage strong passwords and passkeys.

![icon-passwordless-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/5VTFcdnlFvvUcRrp5TlE9R/e4b6ce02fbdd657671c1f7dba2d627d0/icon-passwordless.png)

### Integrate Bitwarden seamlessly

Seamlessly plug Bitwarden into your existing tech stack with flexible integration options like Single Sign-On (SSO) identity providers and directory services including SCIM.

![icon-benefits-convenient-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/Nz9aoj4IvCEaHC3CNvsTs/0db85b9a52b2f1f6038ffb465be1c99a/icon-benefits-easy.png)

### Save time and boost productivity

With Bitwarden Password Manager for business, team members work securely from *anywhere* and benefit from device syncing, cross-platform support, offline access, and over 50 supported languages.

![icon-onboarding-succession-blue](https://bitwarden.com/assets/5jo4nkJtWN0QFJbChx6vGP/c0dd82c6f11bbd6730c5ba8f83367cfe/icon-onboard-succession.png)

### Add passkeys for stronger security

Passkeys are more secure than passwords and easier to use. Bitwarden automatically detects when a website prompts a user to create a passkey and makes it easy to store it securely in their vault with just one click.

![icon-passkey](https://bitwarden.com/assets/2ZRH0EDrQD65hp1Gbs8m6a/90f259db06c146934d48f1d1ac45c614/icon-passkey.png)

### Why millions trust Bitwarden

**International compliance standards** Bitwarden meets or exceeds privacy and security standards.

**Zero-knowledge encryption** Only you can access your information.

**Vibrant online community** Over 100,000 community members across GitHub, Bitwarden forums, and Reddit.

### Customisable security

*Complete control*

Adjust security settings to meet your needs. Tailor every aspect of your organisation’s security, from self-host environment variables to in-product policies.

![illustration-security](https://bitwarden.com/assets/1JI5uOclYHiy0CtOGEikAP/d5cf7dfc8191e82b91d3e58ac837c730/illustration-security.png)

### Seamless Integration

*Wide compatibility*

Supporting installs for Windows, Linux, Docker, or Kubernetes, integrate with your existing IT infrastructure. The self-hosted Bitwarden server is compatible with all end clients, including mobile and desktop apps and browser extensions. In-product, integrate with your Identity Provider, directory services, and more!

![illustration-admin](https://bitwarden.com/assets/37DFYPFgsu1yPqSvrwVoBP/1ad814ef3e320d42185379e3c5f3f468/illustration-admin.png)

### Audit and compliance-ready

*Keeping it clean*

In-depth event logs can be ingested by SIEM tools through integrations or APIs to keep track of user activity and ensure compliance with your internal policies and external regulations. Third-party audit results, SOC 2 reports, and other compliance information for the application are published and updated annually.

![illustration-audit](https://bitwarden.com/assets/22H6uVYYWFDQ5KiImZMypM/777368a0bdc360b0e31b17722cd1c879/illustration-audit.png)

## Awards and Recognition

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## Additional Resources

**BLOG**

### New deployment option for self-hosted Bitwarden

The Bitwarden lite self-hosted deployment joins the existing standard deployment option as a lightweight alternative for those who choose to deploy their password management solution on their own private network. 

[Read more](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/blog/new-deployment-option-for-self-hosting-bitwarden/)

**CASE STUDY**

### Self-host Bitwarden on Kubernetes using a Helm chart

Self-host Bitwarden in a public cloud or on-prem in a private cloud in a Kubernetes installation using a Bitwarden-developed Helm chart.

[Read more](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/resources/self-host-bitwarden-on-kubernetes-using-a-helm-chart/)

**BLOG**

### Self-hosting Bitwarden on DigitalOcean

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

[Read more](https://bitwarden.com/en-gb/blog/digitalocean-marketplace/)