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Buttercup

Free, portable, and open-source password manager for desktop, mobile, and browser in TypeScript.

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LicenseGPL-3.0
GitHub stars5.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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Webdav SyncCross PlatformAes 256 VaultPassword ManagerTypescriptSecurity
Overview

Why consider Buttercup?

Buttercup is a free open-source password manager written in TypeScript and React. Using 256-bit AES encryption, Buttercup synchronizes password vaults directly through user-owned cloud storage (Google Drive, Dropbox, WebDAV, Nextcloud) with zero proprietary servers.

Guided learning

Learn Buttercup by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of Buttercup

Buttercup keeps credentials encrypted locally while syncing vaults across devices using personal Nextcloud or Dropbox storage.

Installation

Download Buttercup Desktop from buttercup.pw or install the browser extension.

Buttercup is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0).

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Buttercup FAQs

Buttercup is listed as a Productivity tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Buttercup is listed under the GPL-3.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

Buttercup is listed as an alternative to Dashlane. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.