Self-Host Vaultwarden (Bitwarden) Without a Server

Bitwarden is the most trusted open-source password manager. Vaultwarden is an unofficial, lightweight Bitwarden-compatible server written in Rust — it runs on a fraction of the resources of the official server. Self-hosting Vaultwarden means your passwords never leave hardware you control. But setting it up traditionally requires a VPS, Docker, and SSL — which puts many people off.

Why Self-Host a Password Manager?

Cloud password managers are convenient, but you're trusting a third party with your most sensitive data. Self-hosting means: - Your vault data stays on your infrastructure - No subscription fees - Full control over access and audit logs - Works offline if you set it up on a local network

Vaultwarden vs Bitwarden Self-Hosted

The official Bitwarden self-hosted server requires Docker with multiple containers (API, Identity, Web, etc.) and at least 2GB RAM. Vaultwarden is a single binary that uses less than 10MB RAM. It supports all Bitwarden client apps (iOS, Android, browser extensions, desktop) and most features including organizations and TOTP.

Try Vaultwarden on Diguz

Diguz lets you spin up a Vaultwarden instance instantly — no Docker, no VPS required. Go to diguz.com/tools/vaultwarden, click Run Now, and you'll have a live Bitwarden-compatible server in 60 seconds. This is ideal for testing the setup before committing to permanent hosting, or for evaluating whether Vaultwarden fits your needs.

Is Vaultwarden Safe to Use?

Vaultwarden is widely used and audited by the security community. It's compatible with all official Bitwarden clients, meaning your passwords are end-to-end encrypted before they ever reach the server. Even if the server were compromised, your vault data is encrypted with your master password. The Diguz hosted version is for testing and evaluation — for production use, we recommend deploying to your own permanent server.