On-premise
enterprise password manager

Deploy on your own servers. Your credentials stay inside your infrastructure, protected by zero-knowledge encryption. Built in the EU, designed for GDPR compliance. Full access control, audit logs, and role management across every department.

Trusted by top teams:

Maxon PWC Deutsche Post ArcelorMittal Victoria Police Technical University of Dresden

Why leading companies choose Passwork

  • Made in Europe

    Developed in Europe, ensuring full GDPR compliance and data sovereignty

  • ISO 27001 certified

    All development and infrastructure practices meet the highest security standards

  • Trusted by public sector

    Chosen by government agencies and highly regulated organizations across Europe

  • Enterprise‑grade protection

    Zero-knowledge architecture with client-side encryption ensures your passwords remain unreadable

  • Independent research shows 30% savings compared to competitors

Credential exposure is an enterprise-scale problem

Credentials are the leading cause of enterprise breaches

22%

of breaches start with stolen credentials

€4 million

average cost per breach

Password reuse is the norm

Without enforcement, employees reuse the same passwords across personal and work accounts.

70%

of employees reuse passwords across accounts

No compliance visibility

GDPR and NIS2 audits require full credential access history. Scattered storage leaves nothing to show regulators.

€10 million

NIS2 fine for organizations that can’t demonstrate access control compliance

  • Consumer tools do not scale

    Personal password managers lack AD sync, SSO, role-based access, and centralized IT control.

  • DevOps secrets live in config files

    API keys and tokens hard-coded in repositories become liabilities during security reviews.

  • Regulatory pressure is growing

    GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS all require encrypted storage and audit trails for credentials.

  • Stolen
    credentials

    Stolen credentials are consistently the leading attack vector in enterprise breaches.

How Passwork helps enterprise teams

80% reduction in credential-related support tickets

Browser autofill and shared vaults cut the password chaos behind most helpdesk tickets. AD/LDAP sync handles new user provisioning automatically.

100% audit trail coverage for compliance reporting

Every access event is recorded. Export reports that satisfy GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS requirements on demand. Built and operated in the EU.

0 credentials exposed to Passwork servers

On-premise deployment keeps every credential on your infrastructure. Built in the EU, hosted on your servers. Passwork never sees your data in plaintext.

Features for every role in your team

Passwork preview

For administrators

  • User management
  • Active Directory / LDAP
  • SSO integration
  • API access

For security teams

  • Audit logs
  • Compliance reports
  • Advanced 2FA
  • Security policies

For end users

  • Password storage & generation
  • Browser extensions
  • Mobile apps
  • Secure sharing

Secret management, not just passwords.
DevOps automation API without HashiCorp pricing.

All DevOps features →

Enterprise-grade security you can verify.

Every encryption operation happens on your device. Passwork never sees your data in plaintext.

Zero-knowledge architecture

All encryption runs client-side. Passwork servers store only encrypted data and cannot access your credentials.

AES-256 encryption

Credentials encrypted with AES-256 before leaving your browser. Industry-standard key derivation protects the master key.

Multi-factor authentication

TOTP authenticator apps, dedicated Passwork 2FA, and hardware security keys. Enforce MFA organization-wide.

On-premise, on your terms

Run Passwork on your own EU-based servers for total data sovereignty. No data ever leaves your infrastructure.

Code open for audit

Source code available for independent review. External researchers regularly evaluate the platform.

Full audit trail

Every action logged: who accessed which credential, when, and from where. Export for compliance audits.

ISO 27001
Made in EU
Pentest by
HackerOne
GDPR
compliant
HIPAA ready
PCI DSS

Key features for enterprise password management. Everything your team needs to manage credentials securely.

Automate security audits

The password security dashboard flags weak, reused, and expired credentials across your organization.

  • Password strength analysis across all vaults
  • Alerts for reused and expired credentials
  • Activity monitoring and anomaly detection
  • Exportable security reports

Work and collaborate securely

Share credentials through organized folders with granular permissions. Role-based access control ensures each team member sees only what they need.

  • Organization and private vaults
  • Folder-based structure with nested permissions
  • Role-based access control
  • Temporary access grants with expiration

Enterprise password storage

Replace spreadsheets, sticky notes, and scattered local files with one centralized encrypted vault.

  • AES-256 encryption with client-side key management
  • Multi-factor authentication (TOTP, Passwork 2FA)
  • SSO integration (SAML, OAuth, OIDC)
  • AD/LDAP synchronization

Designed for simplicity. Trusted for security.
Chosen for true partnership.

Simplicity

Passwork offers intuitive security: teams scale from 100 to 600 users — no training or onboarding required. Thoughtful UX makes security seamless, so your team can focus on work, not passwords.

  • Best ease of use awarded by Capterra
  • No formal training required
  • Seamless user experience

Flexibility

Passwork grew from an internal tool to a trusted solution for thousands — from 10 to 30 000+ users. Flexible, scalable, and easy to adapt to any workflow or security needs.

  • Seamless scalability: 10 to 30 000+ users
  • Granular permission controls
  • Flexible deployment options

Reliability

Passwork is ISO 27001 certified, rigorously tested by experts, and meets the highest security standards. It’s trusted by major organizations across Europe and is available as a fully isolated on‑premise solution.

  • ISO 27001 certified
  • Tested by HackerOne
  • Government & enterprise trusted

Efficiency

Passwork delivers up to 30% cost savings compared to competitors, offering industry‑leading TCO with zero compromise on security. Multi‑year plans unlock even greater value — without vendor lock‑in.

  • Up to 30% cost savings
  • Competitive total cost of ownership
  • Multi‑year subscription discounts
A partnership‑first approach: no pressure, no hassle — just genuine support, and a team that treats you like a true partner, from your first demo to long‑term success.
Alex Muntyan, CEO of Passwork

Featured in Omdia’s On the Radar

Passwork recognized for its unified password and secrets management, business-first design, and focus on data sovereignty.

We develop securely.
Security is built into every stage of development — from the first idea to the final release.

  1. Security champions

    OWASP training and threat modeling in every development team

  2. DevSecOps approach

    Static & dynamic analysis, SCA, IaC scanners integrated into every build

  3. Multi‑stage review

    No direct pushes to main branch, mandatory security code review

  4. External audits

    Annual penetration testing and security audits by independent experts

What makes Passwork the best choice for businesses

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Features

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Centralized user management
Included
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Auditable source code
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Centralized user management
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Fine-tuning of access rights
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Role-based user rights management
Included
Group-based access control
Included
Event logging and user activity tracking
Included
SIEM integration via syslog
Included
Password audit after staff changes
Included
Password complexity analysis
Included
Secrets Manager is included by default
Included
API for integration with third-party systems
Included
Cross-platform apps (Browser extensions, Desktop apps, Mobile apps)
Included
Failsafe solution with data replication
Included
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Trusted by businesses
worldwide

Passwork Reviews
Davide L.
IT Manager
Best software to password management on premise. We chose it after checking various solutions. The possibility of installing it on our systems weighed heavily on the choice. The use is simple and …
Thomas H.
CTO
I was looking for an on premise solution to store and manage our passwords. Multiuser with different roles and rights was a must, LDAP integration a nice add on. Passwork ticked all the boxes. They were …
Christian M.
Team Manager
Very easy and secure Passwork Manager. Easy sharing functionalities. Good LDAP integration, TOTP and Multifactor Authentication Options.

Common use cases

Organizations face different credential management challenges. Explore real-world examples of how teams use Passwork to solve specific security and operational needs — from team collaboration to enterprise-wide access control.

Our applications.
Use Passwork anywhere - in your browser, on mobile, or on desktop.

Browser extension

Search, autofill, and create credentials without leaving the browser. Works with Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari.

  • One-click autofill on any login page
  • Search across all vaults from the extension
  • Create and save new credentials instantly
  • Generate strong passwords on the fly
Available for
Browser extension password editing screenshot
Browser extension password generator screenshot
Browser extension password card screenshot
Browser extension settings screenshot

Mobile app

Quick access to your corporate passwords from your mobile device

Available in

2FA mobile app

Convenient login verification using the Passwork authenticator app

Available in

Desktop app

Full password management functionality in a native desktop application

Available for

Choose your plan.
Long-term ownership costs 30% less than the industry average.

  • Standard

    Essential features for small and medium businesses to support secure growth

    3€
    per month /
    per user
    billed annually
    • Quick start with all core features
    • Simple, secure, and low admin overhead
    • Shared vaults, easy access, no training

  • Advanced

    Advanced capabilities for complex security and management needs in large organizations

    4,5€
    per month /
    per user
    billed annually
    • Advanced access management
    • Reliable infrastructure for enterprise environments
    • Priority support and full regulatory compliance

Ready to secure your business?

Join thousands of IT professionals who trust Passwork to manage their passwords securely. Start your free trial today or get a personalized quote.

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GDPR compliant
Enterprise-level support

Frequently Asked Questions

Passwork is designed for organizations that need strong security, flexible deployment, and clear control over credential access. European enterprises choose Passwork because it combines enterprise-grade password management with deployment options that fit different security, legal, and infrastructure requirements.

Key reasons enterprises choose Passwork:

  • • European product positioning and GDPR-focused messaging
  • • Flexible deployment: on-premise or SaaS
  • • Enterprise access governance with granular permissions
  • • Integration with corporate identity systems
  • • Auditability for internal control and security oversight
  • • Scalability for organizations from 10 to 30,000+ users

Yes. Passwork offers both self-hosted and SaaS deployment models. The product is positioned as on-premise first, SaaS by choice, which is useful for enterprises that want to choose between maximum infrastructure control and faster cloud adoption.

Deployment options include:

  • • Self-hosted on Linux
  • • Windows Server deployment
  • • Docker-based deployment
  • • Manual installation for customized environments
  • • SaaS deployment hosted in the EU

Yes. Passwork’s SaaS offering is hosted in Germany (EU), which makes it more relevant for European organizations that want a cloud deployment while keeping data hosted in the EU. Passwork also emphasizes GDPR compliance in its public positioning.

A careful positioning would be:

  • • SaaS for organizations that want faster deployment with EU hosting
  • • On-premise for organizations that require full infrastructure control and deeper isolation

This split matches how Passwork presents its deployment strategy publicly.

Passwork is better positioned as a flexible alternative to cloud-only tools because enterprises can choose the deployment model that fits their risk model, procurement rules, and IT architecture.

Key differences:

  • • SaaS is available for convenience and faster rollout
  • • Self-hosted is available for full control over infrastructure and encrypted data
  • • The same product is positioned with feature parity across deployment models
  • • Better fit for organizations that want to avoid being locked into a cloud-only operating model

This is especially relevant in Europe, where enterprises often evaluate security architecture, hosting location, and governance requirements more strictly.

Passwork supports integration with standard enterprise identity systems, helping organizations align password access with existing authentication and user lifecycle processes.

Supported integrations include:

  • • Active Directory
  • • LDAP
  • • Azure AD
  • • SAML 2.0 SSO
  • • LDAP-based SSO

Enterprise benefits:

  • • Centralized authentication
  • • Group-based provisioning
  • • Reduced manual user administration
  • • Faster onboarding and offboarding
  • • Better alignment with internal access policies

Passwork is built for shared business use, not personal password storage. It supports structured access management across teams, administrators, and business units.

Governance capabilities include:

  • • Granular access control
  • • Role-based rights management
  • • User Vaults and Company Vaults
  • • Administrative oversight over company-stored credentials
  • • Segmented access for departments and teams

This helps enterprises replace informal password sharing with a governed model that is easier to manage and audit.

Passwork publicly describes its architecture as built around enterprise-grade credential protection, with encryption, access control, and secure development practices.

Security features include:

  • • AES-256-based encryption
  • • Optional zero-knowledge mode on-premise
  • • Client-side encryption always enabled in SaaS
  • • Multi-factor authentication
  • • Audit logs
  • • Password security analysis
  • • Source code available for customer audit

Passwork also states ISO 27001 certification and third-party penetration testing, including HackerOne.

Passwork includes audit-related capabilities that help organizations improve traceability and internal control over credential access.

Relevant capabilities:

  • • Immutable audit logs
  • • Export to SIEM
  • • Logging of user and administrative activity
  • • Compliance-oriented reporting and oversight features

For European enterprises, this is useful not only for security operations, but also for procurement reviews, internal audits, and compliance programs.

Yes. Passwork states that it is designed for organizations from 10 to 30,000+ users, and its public materials emphasize flexible, scalable deployment for enterprise use.

Scalability-related capabilities include:

  • • Support for growing user bases
  • • Flexible deployment architecture
  • • Clustered and high-availability options in enterprise environments
  • • Support for large and distributed teams

Yes. Passwork explicitly positions itself for government agencies, public sector organizations, large enterprises, and highly regulated environments. Its messaging emphasizes secure development, infrastructure control, auditability, and European hosting or self-hosting options depending on the deployment model.

That makes it suitable to position for:

  • • public sector and quasi-public organizations
  • • critical infrastructure operators
  • • financial and industrial enterprises
  • • companies with stricter internal security review processes

Passwork’s public site describes migration support through import tools and implementation support, including structured onboarding for business environments.

Migration support includes:

  • • CSV import
  • • JSON import
  • • Support for shared data migration
  • • Guidance for implementation and rollout

A safer enterprise phrasing is that Passwork is designed to support migration from existing password tools and less controlled internal storage methods with minimal disruption.

The choice depends on security model, legal requirements, and internal IT capacity.

Choose SaaS when you need:

  • • Faster rollout
  • • Lower infrastructure overhead
  • • EU-hosted cloud deployment
  • • Enterprise functionality without managing the full hosting stack yourself

Choose self-hosted when you need:

  • • Full control over infrastructure and architecture
  • • Internal data isolation
  • • Deeper customization of deployment
  • • Alignment with stricter internal hosting policies

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