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Self-Hosting Bitwarden Unified: Official Self-Hosted Bitwarden

Bitwarden Unified is the official self-hosted Bitwarden server. All Bitwarden features with the official server, not an alternative.

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What Is Bitwarden Unified?


Bitwarden Unified is the official self-hosted Bitwarden server. Unlike Vaultwarden (third-party), this is Bitwarden's own self-hosted offering.


Bitwarden Unified vs Standard Self-Host


Bitwarden previously required multiple Docker containers for self-hosting. The Unified deployment packs everything into one container.


Features


Password Management

  • Password vault
  • Password generator
  • Autofill (browser, mobile, desktop)
  • Secure notes
  • Credit cards and identities

    • Security

  • End-to-end encryption
  • Zero-knowledge architecture
  • TOTP authenticator
  • Emergency access
  • Vault health reports

    • Organizations

  • Shared vaults for teams
  • Collections and groups
  • User management
  • Event logging
  • SSO integration (Enterprise)

    • Bitwarden Send

  • Share encrypted text or files
  • Expiration and access limits
  • Password protection

    • Bitwarden Unified vs Vaultwarden


  • Bitwarden Unified: Official, .NET, 512 MB+ RAM
  • Vaultwarden: Community, Rust, 50 MB RAM
  • Bitwarden: Official support, guaranteed compatibility
  • Vaultwarden: Lighter, enables premium features free

    • When to Choose Official Bitwarden


  • Business or team use (need official support)
  • Compliance requirements
  • SSO/SAML integration needs
  • Want guaranteed client compatibility

    • Deployment


    1. Deploy Bitwarden Unified on TinyPod

    2. Create admin account

    3. Configure email (SMTP)

    4. Install Bitwarden apps


    Resources: 1 CPU, 512 MB RAM.


    Bitwarden Unified is the right choice for teams that need official support. Vaultwarden remains better for personal use (lighter resources).