# syspass

Source: https://startwithidentity.com/vendors/password-management/syspass/
Last updated: 2026-06-19
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## Overview

sysPass is a self-hosted, open-source multiuser [password manager](https://startwithidentity.com/vendors/password-management/), available since 2013. It targets IT teams needing shared, role-based credential storage on their own infrastructure, with no licensing cost.

## What it is good at

Multiuser, role-based sharing and free self-hosting are the core strengths, giving IT teams a shared credential store with granular access and audit logging at zero license cost. The open codebase is inspectable, and for organizations comfortable running a PHP application, it covers shared-credential needs on a tight budget.

## Where it falls short

The UX is dated, mobile support is limited, and there is no commercial support, so you rely on community resources and your own operations. It is not cloud-native or mobile-first, and non-technical users will find it unfriendly compared with mainstream managers. Initial setup and ongoing maintenance assume real sysadmin comfort with PHP, MySQL, and web server configuration, which is a meaningful barrier for less technical teams.

## Pricing

Free and open source; costs are hosting and operational time. Compare with hosted options via the [TCO calculator](https://startwithidentity.com/tools/tco-calculator/).

## Best for, and who should look elsewhere

Choose sysPass when an IT team wants a free, self-hosted, role-based shared-credential store and can run it. For better UX and support see [Bitwarden](https://startwithidentity.com/vendors/password-management/bitwarden/); for a Bitwarden-compatible server see [Vaultwarden](https://startwithidentity.com/vendors/password-management/vaultwarden/); for another open team option see [Passbolt](https://startwithidentity.com/vendors/password-management/passbolt/).

## Bottom line

A budget self-hosted shared-credential store for IT teams that can operate it themselves. Look elsewhere if you want mobile-first apps, vendor SLAs, or a modern user interface.