Bitwarden
Bitwarden · Security
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Open sourceWindows · Mac · Linux
1Password
by AgileBits · Security & privacy
PaidWindowsMacLinux
Polished paid password manager with a free trial.
Opens 1password.com, AgileBits's own site. No mirror, no bundle.
Overview
What is 1Password?
1Password stores passwords, passkeys, cards and documents in an encrypted vault with a Secret Key for extra protection. It is subscription-only after a free trial.
Key features
- Passkeys and passwords
- Watchtower breach alerts
- Travel Mode
- SSH key and developer tools
Best for
- Families and teams
- People who want a polished app
- Developers managing secrets
Install
How to install 1Password
- 1Open the official 1Password download page on 1password.com.
- 2Pick the build for your system (Windows, Mac, Linux; check x64, ARM or Apple silicon where offered).
- 3Run the installer and read each screen; decline anything you did not ask for.
- 4Keep it updated from the app's own updater or your package manager.
Install from the command line
Windows · winget
winget install --id AgileBits.1Password -e --source wingetMac · Homebrew
brew install --cask 1password
Package IDs checked against the public winget, Homebrew and Flathub repositories on 1 Nov 2026. Build a script for several apps.
Safety
Download 1Password safely
Check the domain
The real download lives on 1password.com. Look-alike domains and search ads are the most common trap.
Skip mirrors
Download portals can wrap installers in adware or old versions. You never need them for this app.
Verify if you can
If the publisher lists a checksum, compare it with our in-browser checker before running the file.
Watch the installer
Untick extras, browser changes or trials you did not ask for.
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FAQ
1Password questions
Where can I download 1Password safely?
Download 1Password only from AgileBits's official site at 1password.com. Avoid mirror and "download portal" sites, which can bundle extra software with the installer.
Is 1Password free?
1Password is paid software. You can try it first (trial or evaluation), then buy a licence from 1password.com.
Does 1Password work on Windows, Mac and Linux?
1Password is available for Windows, Mac, Linux. Check AgileBits's download page for exact system requirements and whether your processor (x64, ARM or Apple silicon) is supported.
Can I install 1Password from the command line?
Yes, with winget on Windows (winget install --id AgileBits.1Password -e); Homebrew on Mac (brew install --cask 1password). Package managers fetch the publisher's files and make updates easy.
What are good alternatives to 1Password?
See the alternatives section on this page and the full security & privacy list on AltFTool, which shows each app's licence and platforms side by side. Free and open-source options are marked in the list.