European Alternatives to 1Password

1Password is a popular password manager for individuals and teams. While it uses end-to-end encryption, it's a Canadian company with infrastructure in North America.

5 European alternatives foundCategory: password-managers

Why switch from 1Password?

  • North American company with infrastructure outside the EU
  • Not open-source — security relies on trusting the vendor
  • European alternatives offer open-source code and self-hosting options
  • EU-based password managers fall under European privacy regulations by default

Best European Alternatives to 1Password

1

Proton Pass

🇨🇭 Switzerland (non-EU but European), Geneva

Proton Pass — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • End-to-end encrypted vaults with AES-256-GCM storing passwords, passkeys, notes, and credit cards
  • Built-in email alias generation to hide real email addresses when signing up for services
  • Integrated TOTP-based two-factor authentication code generation within the app
Open SourceFree TierGDPR
Full reviewVisit Proton Pass
2

heylogin

🇩🇪 Germany, Braunschweig

heylogin — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • Passwordless, master-password-free login confirmed via smartphone swipe, Touch ID, or FIDO2 security key
  • Hardware-based end-to-end encryption providing protection even in the event of a server compromise
  • Browser extension with automatic login form detection for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
Free TierGDPR
Full reviewVisit heylogin
3

Padloc

🇩🇪 Germany, Ansbach

Padloc — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • Fully open source under GNU AGPL license with transparent, publicly auditable code on GitHub
  • End-to-end encrypted cloud sync securing passwords, notes, credit cards, documents, and license keys
  • Cross-platform availability on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and major web browsers
Open SourceFree TierGDPR
Full reviewVisit Padloc
4

Hypervault

🇧🇪 Belgium, Antwerp

Hypervault — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • Unified platform combining a password manager, digital file vault, and secure browsing Shield in one product
  • Structured data templates for storing diverse credential types (credit cards, server credentials, software licenses, etc.)
  • Secure sharing with granular permission controls for both team members and external clients
Free TierGDPR
Full reviewVisit Hypervault
5

Password Depot

🇩🇪 Germany, Darmstadt

Password Depot — European alternative

Key advantages:
  • AES-256 encryption certified by SySS GmbH after a professional penetration test
  • Anti-keylogging protection with a virtual keyboard to prevent keystroke capture during password entry
  • Flexible deployment options: on-premises server, self-hosted Azure, or cloud, with full admin control
Free TierGDPR
Full reviewVisit Password Depot

How They Compare to 1Password

ProductCountryOpen SourceFree TierFounded
1PasswordUSNoVaries—
Proton Pass🇨🇭 Switzerland (non-EU but European)YesYes2014
heylogin🇩🇪 GermanyNoYes2018
Padloc🇩🇪 GermanyYesYes2014
Hypervault🇧🇪 BelgiumNoYes2020
Password Depot🇩🇪 GermanyNoYes1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best European alternative to 1Password?

Proton Pass (Switzerland) is the best for individual use — open-source with end-to-end encryption. Passbolt (Luxembourg) is the best open-source option for teams and enterprises.

Are European password managers secure?

Yes. Proton Pass and Passbolt are both open-source, allowing independent security audits. Proton has been audited by Securitum, and Passbolt by Cure53.

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