BitWarden
APIOpen-source password manager API for secure credential management
Overview
The BitWarden API is a RESTful interface for interacting with its open-source password manager core. It supports JSON responses and offers endpoints for managing vault items (passwords, secure notes, cards), user accounts, organizations, and shared secrets. Use cases include automating vault backups, integrating password management into custom apps, syncing credentials across internal tools, building third-party extensions, or programmatically updating secure data. Authentication via OAuth2 or API keys ensures data security, aligning with BitWarden’s privacy-focused encryption standards.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://bitwarden.com/help/api/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful Interface
- JSON Response Format
- OAuth2 & API Key Authentication
- Open-source Core
- Vault & Organization Management
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is BitWarden API free to use?
Yes, the BitWarden API is available for free tier users, though advanced features and higher rate limits are reserved for Premium or Organization plans.
? Does it require an API Key?
Yes, authentication is mandatory—you can use either an API key or OAuth2 tokens to access the API endpoints.
? What is the response format?
The BitWarden API primarily returns responses in JSON format, compatible with most programming languages and tools.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Transparent open-source security
- ⊕ Comprehensive vault management
- ⊕ Supports personal and organizational use cases
- ⊕ Strong end-to-end encryption
Cons
- ⊖ No anonymous access (authentication required)
- ⊖ Free tier has rate limits
- ⊖ Advanced endpoints limited to paid plans