Is Bitwarden Password Manager Safe? — Extension Safety Profile
Quick verdict: Bitwarden Password Manager earns a safety grade B, 71.4 out of 100, based on 5 of 5 dimensions.
71.4/100
Grade B · 5 of 5 checks
What we found
Automated safety profile from public signals (the extension's manifest & permissions, store listing, publisher, privacy policy). A full review hasn't been published yet.
We assess Bitwarden Password Manager from its the Chrome Web Store listing. It's also published on Firefox Add-ons (AMO) (1,022,540 users there).
What this safety grade means
Bitwarden Password Manager earns a safety grade of B (71.4/100), measured across 5 of 5 dimensions. Its strongest area is Maintenance & Ownership (100%). The weakest is Permissions & Access (45%) — what holds its grade back the most.
On the public records we can check, Bitwarden Password Manager looks broadly trustworthy. 7,000,000 active users/installs reported on the store. Store rating 4.3/5 from 7,800 user ratings. Last updated on the store 2026-06-03 (2 weeks ago). This is an automated profile, not a hands-on review — so treat the grade as a starting point: open Bitwarden Password Manager's own store listing and privacy policy before installing, and weigh it against the other password managers extensions we track below.
Safety Signals
Based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions
| Dimension | Score | Bar | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Publisher & Identity | 60% · 4.8/8 pts 2 of 5 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Permissions & Access | 45% · 11.2/25 pts 3 of 3 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Data & Privacy | 93% · 14.8/16 pts 4 of 5 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Maintenance & Ownership | 100% · 7.5/7.5 pts 1 of 2 checks verified | Automated signals | |
| Community Reputation | 92% · 9.2/10 pts 2 of 4 checks verified | Automated signals |
In-depth safety analysis
The permissions this extension requests are extensive, including clipboard access, web request interception, and full host access to all websites. This is standard for a password manager, which needs to read and write passwords to the clipboard, detect login forms on any page, and supply stored credentials. The scope aligns with the expected functionality of autofilling and securely managing logins across the web.
With any password manager, users should be aware that these tools are high-value targets for imitation and phishing. Always verify you are installing the authentic extension from the official publisher, and be cautious of lookalike listings. Because the extension can see web page content and intercept authentication requests, it is important to trust the developer and keep the extension updated.
The strongest dimension in this assessment is Maintenance & Ownership, indicating the extension is actively maintained and published by a known entity. The weakest is Permissions & Access, reflecting the broad powers inherent to the category. While that score may seem low, it is largely a consequence of the necessary access a password manager requires, rather than a sign of unnecessary intrusion.
AI-assisted analysis of the documented signals above (permissions, store data, privacy practices) — explains what they mean and the risks typical for this category. Not a hands-on test.
What the store listing shows
Who's Behind Bitwarden Password Manager?
- Publisher Bitwarden Inc.
Public records identify the publisher, but no individual founders or a separate registered company are named — which is what holds the Publisher & Identity score back. Less public information about who operates an extension means less you can verify about their long-term accountability.
How it compares
Among the 4 Password Managers extensions we track, Bitwarden Password Manager has one of the lowest safety scores.
Computed from our own database of assessed Password Managers extensions — updated as we track more.
Evidence on File (12)
Bitwarden Password Manager FAQ
- Is Bitwarden Password Manager safe?
- Bitwarden Password Manager earns a safety grade of B (71.4/100) on our evidence-based assessment, based on 5 of 5 safety dimensions we could verify from public records. This is an automated profile built from public records, not a hands-on review.
- Who is behind Bitwarden Password Manager?
- Bitwarden Password Manager is operated by Bitwarden Inc..
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