# PearPass: Free Open Source Alternative to Dashlane, Enpass, Proton Pass

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

PearPass (Open Source, Open Source) replaces Dashlane, Enpass, Proton Pass. Open-source password manager with peer-to-peer syncing, local storage, and end-to-end encryption. No cloud servers, complete privacy control across devices.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: PearPass
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://pass.pears.com
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/tetherto/pearpass-app-desktop
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 543
- **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/tetherto/pearpass-app-desktop 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 (3)
Replacing these paid tools with PearPass saves up to $18/mo ($216/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Dashlane](https://caniforkit.com/dashlane) | [security](https://caniforkit.com/category/security) | $6/mo | [Compare Dashlane vs PearPass](https://caniforkit.com/vs/dashlane-vs-pearpass) |
| [Enpass](https://caniforkit.com/enpass) | [security](https://caniforkit.com/category/security) | $6/mo | [Compare Enpass vs PearPass](https://caniforkit.com/vs/enpass-vs-pearpass) |
| [Proton Pass](https://caniforkit.com/proton-pass) | [security](https://caniforkit.com/category/security) | $6/mo | [Compare Proton Pass vs PearPass](https://caniforkit.com/vs/proton-pass-vs-pearpass) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is PearPass free and open source?
PearPass is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Open-source password manager with peer-to-peer syncing, local storage, and end-to-end encryption. No cloud servers, complete privacy control across devices.

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

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- [Homepage](https://caniforkit.com)