# Hyperswitch: Free Open Source Alternative to PayPal Braintree

Canonical: https://caniforkit.com/fork/hyperswitch
Last updated: 2026-11-07

Hyperswitch (Open Source, Open Source) replaces PayPal Braintree. A unified payment infrastructure that connects multiple payment processors through a single API integration, enabling global payment processing

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: Hyperswitch
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://hyperswitch.io
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/juspay/hyperswitch
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 45.7k
- **Runs On**: Local
- **Maintenance Status**: nov 2026
- **Platforms**: desktop, cross-platform, one-click install
- **Data Storage**: All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- **Installation**: Clone https://github.com/juspay/hyperswitch or deploy with Docker Compose
- **Setup Requirements**: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- **The Catch / Limitation**: Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

## Paid SaaS Applications Replaced (1)
Replacing these paid tools with Hyperswitch saves up to $25/mo ($300/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [PayPal Braintree](https://caniforkit.com/paypal-braintree) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare PayPal Braintree vs Hyperswitch](https://caniforkit.com/vs/paypal-braintree-vs-hyperswitch) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is Hyperswitch free and open source?
Hyperswitch is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. A unified payment infrastructure that connects multiple payment processors through a single API integration, enabling global payment processing

### What is the trade-off or limitation of using Hyperswitch?
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

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