Best Open-Source Security & Privacy Apps
Open-source password managers, encryption and privacy tools, ranked by popularity with current versions.
| # | App | Stars | License |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | rclone | 58.3k | MIT |
| 2 | keepassxc | 27.9k | NOASSERTION |
| 3 | keeweb | 13.0k | NOASSERTION |
| 4 | KeePassDX | 7.0k | GPL-3.0 |
| 5 | keepass2android | 6.1k | GPL-3.0 |
| 6 | aliasvault | 3.0k | AGPL-3.0 |
| 7 | padloc | 2.9k | AGPL-3.0 |
| 8 | authpass | 2.7k | GPL-3.0 |
| 9 | gokey | 2.4k | BSD-3-Clause |
| 10 | KeePassium | 1.6k | NOASSERTION |
Rclone is a command-line tool for syncing files across cloud storage services including Google Drive, Dropbox, and S3. It supports multiple providers and offers rsync-like functionality for cloud backups and transfers.
KeePassXC is a cross-platform password manager based on KeePass Password Safe. It is community-driven and supports secure storage and management of passwords across multiple operating systems.
Keeweb is a free, cross-platform password manager that works with KeePass databases. It offers a clean interface for securely storing and managing passwords across devices.
KeePassDX is a lightweight password manager for Android that securely stores encrypted data in KeePass format. It enables users to edit encrypted files and autofill forms securely.
Keepass2Android is an Android application designed for securely managing passwords. It allows users to store and access their credentials in an encrypted database.
Aliasvault is a privacy-focused password manager that includes email aliasing features. It offers full encryption and supports self-hosting.
Padloc is an open-source password manager designed for both individual users and teams. It offers secure storage and management of login credentials with a modern interface.
AuthPass is a cross-platform password manager compatible with Keepass 2.x (KDBX 3 and KDBX 4) databases. It is built using Flutter framework and works on multiple operating systems.
Gokey is a vaultless password manager written in Go. It provides a simple way to manage passwords without storing them in an encrypted database.
KeePassium is a KeePass-compatible password manager designed for iOS and macOS devices. It securely stores and manages passwords using the KeePass format.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the top pick in “Best Open-Source Security & Privacy Apps”?
- rclone currently leads this list, which is ordered by GitHub stars among the 10 open-source options we track.
- Are these apps free?
- Yes. Every app on this list is free and open-source. Download links point to each project's official release.
- How is this ranking decided?
- The order reflects GitHub stars, a public measure of popularity. Data is pulled from official sources and last refreshed on a recent run. We don't accept payment for placement.
How we rank:entries are ordered by GitHub stars, a public popularity signal. Versions, licenses and platform support are read from official release feeds. We don't accept payment for inclusion or position. Supported platforms reflect the latest release (Linux, Windows, macOS, Android).