Bitwarden Send
Secure File and Password Sharing
Sharing passwords or private files through email or chat can feel like a headache waiting to happen. Without clear protection, you risk exposing personal data to anyone looking to exploit unencrypted messages.
Why Use Bitwarden Send?
End-to-end encryption & self-destructing messages
With end-to-end encryption technologies like AES-256, Bitwarden Send ensures you can send passwords securely from any device. Unlike email or basic messaging apps that store data in plain text, Bitwarden Send provides robust protection for your confidential information.
Everyday uses (passwords, documents, more)
Stop wondering how to share passwords safely with family members, friends, or colleagues.The Bitwarden secure file sharing tool is perfect for transferring personal documents, tax forms, WiFi passwords, or legal files—all with the peace of mind that comes from knowing your data is protected.
The password send feature is nice, it allows our team to send passwords with non-Bitwarden users in a simple way."
- Magno W., Enterprise Software Operations Engineer
The password sharing feature with the organization and the “Send” feature are the features of Bitwarden that make it an easy-to-use tool for both team members and non-registered people who do not use the platform.
- Verified User, Telecommunications
The ability to send secure sends and save secure notes for API information that can be shared among our team is fantastic.
- Verified User, Non-Profit Organization Management
How to send a password securely
Bitwarden Send empowers teams and individuals with a secure, simple way to share information directly with another person. Follow these quick steps to get started.
1. Create a send
Log into your Bitwarden account and click the Send tab. Choose whether you're sending Text (for passwords and messages) or a File. Enter your password or upload your document, then add a name for your Send item.
2. Privacy options and expiry
Enhance your secure password sharing with custom privacy settings:
Set an expiration date (from 1 hour to 30 days) for temporary password sharing
Add a password for an extra layer of protection
Limit the maximum access count
Enable "Destruct-on-Open" functionality to ensure one-time viewing only
3. Share the link safely
Once created, you'll receive a secure link to share. Copy this link and send it to your recipient through your preferred communication channel. For added security, consider sending the access password separately.
Ready to securely share your next document?
Try it now and see how easy secure sharing can be.
57% of IT decision makers use unencrypted methods to share passwords. With Bitwarden Send, teams and individuals are empowered to share information using security best practices.
Secure file sharing use cases
Sharing confidential documents
Bitwarden confidential document sharing option makes it easy to securely transfer important files like:
Tax documents to your accountant
Legal forms to your attorney
Financial information with family members
Contract details with clients or partners
Temporary access & auto-destruct
Like many privacy-conscious users, you're probably juggling multiple devices every day. Bitwarden Send works seamlessly wherever you are—even on the go—so you're never stuck sharing passwords the risky way.
How Bitwarden protects your data
Transmit securely
Powered by AES-256 bit encryption, recognized industry-wide as the gold standard for secure data transmission, Bitwarden Send provides uncompromising protection for your sensitive information.
End-to-end encryption explained
With true end-to-end encryption, only you and your recipient can access the content of your Send. Even Bitwarden cannot view your shared passwords or files, ensuring maximum privacy and security.
Key management and verification
The Bitwarden zero-knowledge approach means your encryption keys remain in your control at all times. Learn more about encryption protocol details.
Rest assured with auto-delete
Choose a lifespan for your Send—anywhere from 1 hour to 30 days—to automatically self-destruct after that time. This destruct-on-open functionality helps ensure sensitive links are not reused or accessed beyond your intended timeframe.
Proven security and compliance
Trusted by over 10 million users worldwide and validated by industry experts in encryption standards, Bitwarden follows NIST-recommended encryption protocols to ensure your data remains protected. Bitwarden Send complies with data protection standards in your region, giving you peace of mind when sharing sensitive information.
Flexibly private
Protect the contents of your Send by adding a password in order for the recipient to access, or hide your email address from recipients. If using text Sends, you can optionally require users to toggle visibility to prevent exposure to unintentional onlookers.
Available on all Bitwarden clients
Access Bitwarden Send from any device:
Web Vault
Mobile Apps (iOS & Android)
Browser Extensions
Desktop Applications
Command Line Interface
Free up mental bandwidth by letting Bitwarden do the security heavy lifting, no matter which device you prefer to use.
See Bitwarden Send in action
Watch our quick video demonstration to see how easy it is to use Bitwarden Send for secure file sharing and password transfers.
