1Password for Open Source
SaaS Startup Programs
Up to 100% off
Eligible open source projects receive a free, unlimited-duration 1Password Teams account to securely manage credentials and secrets.
Who qualifies
Every condition below is taken from the vendor’s own published criteria. Read them before you spend an afternoon on the application.
Osss
The programme is aimed at osss. Vendors read this loosely, but expect to describe the company and what you are building on the application.
Eligible open source projects receive a free, unlimited-duration 1Password Teams account to securely manage credentials and secrets.
About 1Password for Open Source
Quick answer
Eligible open source projects receive a free, unlimited-duration 1Password Teams account to securely manage credentials and secrets.
1Password is a credential and secrets management platform used by teams to securely store and share passwords, API keys, and SSH keys. The 1Password for Open Source program grants eligible non-commercial open source projects a free, perpetual Teams account with full feature access, including developer tools like Git commit signing, CLI biometric auth, and secrets automation.
1Password for Open Source at a glance
1Password is a credential and secrets management platform used by teams to securely store and share passwords, API keys, and SSH keys. The 1Password for Open Source program grants eligible non-commercial open source projects a free, perpetual Teams account with full feature access, including developer tools like Git commit signing, CLI biometric auth, and secrets automation.
- 100%Discount on Teams account
- UnlimitedDuration (no expiry if eligible)
- 6+Platforms supported (macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, browser)
- No sponsorVC requirement
The 1Password for Open Source offer explained
1Password for Open Source provides a fully free 1Password Teams account to non-commercial open source projects, with no time limit as long as the project maintains eligibility. The account includes all Teams features: unlimited vault storage, shared secret management, developer integrations (Git, CLI, SSH), and cross-platform access. There is no credit pool or expiry date—it is a permanent grant, not a promotional credit.
Heads up: credit programs change their terms and caps regularly — confirm the current offer on the application page before you plan around it.
Apply to 1Password for Open SourceHow 1Password for Open Source compares
Here's how 1Password for Open Source stacks up against other discounted SaaS access in the same category:
| Program | Headline offer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 1Password for Open Source | Up to 100% off | This page |
| ScraperAPI Free Plan and Trial | $3 in credits | SaaS Startup Programs |
| Twilio Segment Startup Program | $50,000 in credits | SaaS Startup Programs |
| Sentry Startup Program | Up to 10% off | SaaS Startup Programs |
Who should apply — and who shouldn't
Apply if
- Your open source project manages shared secrets, API keys, or SSH credentials across multiple contributors or deployment environments.
- You want a production-grade secrets manager without the cost burden during early-stage development.
- Your team is distributed and needs cross-platform, browser-based access to credentials without rolling your own solution.
- You plan to scale your contributor base and need a centralized, auditable way to onboard new team members with credential access.
Skip if
- Your project is commercial or closed-source; this program is exclusively for non-commercial open source.
- You have fewer than 2–3 team members and manage secrets informally (e.g., shared docs or environment variables); the overhead may not justify setup.
- You require on-premise or air-gapped deployment; 1Password is cloud-hosted and requires internet connectivity.
More SaaS Startup Programs
If 1Password for Open Source isn't the right fit, compare it against ScraperAPI Free Plan and Trial, Twilio Segment Startup Program, Sentry Startup Program, Shopify 3 Month Trial — or browse the full SaaS Startup Programs category.
What the credit covers
- Unlimited vault storage and secret sharing
- Cross-platform apps (macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android)
- Browser extensions for auto-fill and password generation
- Git commit signing and SSH key management
- CLI with biometric authentication
- Secrets automation and integration APIs
- Activity logs and audit trails
- Granular permission and vault-sharing controls
- Team member onboarding and offboarding workflows
- No credit expiry or time limits for eligible projects
Programme tracks
What 1Password for Open Source publishes for each stage — confirm on the application, since credit programmes are re-cut more often than list pricing.
| Track | Value | Who it is for | What it includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1Password for Open Source (Free) | $0 | Unlimited duration | 1Password Teams account · Unlimited users and vaults · Unlimited secret storage · All developer tools (Git, CLI, SSH, automation) · Cross-platform apps and browser extensions · Activity logs and audit trails · Granular permissions and sharing controls |
| 1Password Teams (Paid, if ineligible) | Custom per team | Annual or monthly | Same features as free tier · For commercial or closed-source projects · Support and SLA options |
How to apply
4 steps. The last one is the part most people skip.
- 1
Open 1Password for Open Source through the link on this page
It carries our referral tag. The terms you get are identical either way, and it never changes what this page says about the programme.
- 2
Have the eligibility evidence ready
Applications are checked against one condition — osss. Incorporation date, cap table and a one-line description of what you are building cover most of it.
- 3
Ask for the expiry window in writing
1Password for Open Source does not publish how long the credit runs, and unused balance is almost always forfeited. Get the activation and expiry dates confirmed before you plan around the grant.
- 4
Know the rate you land on when it runs out
Eligible open source projects receive a free, unlimited-duration 1Password Teams account to securely manage credentials and secrets.
Where this programme wins and loses
What works
- Truly free, forever No credit pool, no expiry date, no surprise billing—as long as your project remains eligible, the account is yours indefinitely.
- Full Teams feature set Unlimited users, vaults, and secret storage; no feature gating or limited-tier restrictions.
- Developer-first tooling Git commit signing, CLI biometric auth, secrets automation, and SSH key management reduce friction for technical teams.
- Cross-platform coverage Native apps for macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, plus browser extensions—no platform lock-in.
- No sponsor or accelerator requirement Direct application; independent projects and those outside major accelerators are equally eligible.
- Audit and compliance ready Activity logs, permission controls, and vault sharing policies support governance and security best practices.
What doesn't
- Eligibility is strict Project must be non-commercial and open source; any commercial use or closed-source derivative disqualifies you, requiring paid tier.
- Cloud-only, no self-hosting 1Password is SaaS; teams requiring on-premise or air-gapped deployment cannot use this program.
- Requires active maintenance If a project becomes inactive or is archived, 1Password may revoke the free account, forcing migration or paid upgrade.
The bottom line
1Password for Open Source is a no-risk, high-value offer for eligible projects: zero cost, unlimited duration, no credit expiry, and direct application with no sponsor requirement. The only gate is project eligibility (non-commercial, open source), which is transparent and easy to verify. For any open source team managing shared secrets, this is a clear win.
1Password for Open Source FAQ
The questions we actually get asked about this programme.
Ask us something elseNon-commercial, actively maintained open source projects with a recognized license (Apache, MIT, GPL, BSD, etc.). Commercial projects, forks, or closed-source derivatives are not eligible.
Unlimited duration—there is no expiry date. The account remains free as long as your project meets eligibility criteria (non-commercial, open source, actively maintained).
No. 1Password for Open Source is a direct program; independent projects can apply without any sponsor or accelerator backing.
If your project no longer meets eligibility (e.g., archived, commercialized, or license changed), 1Password may revoke the free account. You would then need to migrate data or upgrade to a paid plan.
The program terms do not explicitly address stacking; assume this is a standalone offer and contact 1Password support if you have other active discounts or partnerships.
Approval timeline is not publicly specified; expect 1–2 weeks for review. Contact 1Password support for status updates if needed.
