Bitwarden Achieves ISO / IEC 27001:2022 Certification, Advancing Security and Compliance with Globally Recognized Standards

Certification further enables enterprises to strengthen security and meet ISO 27001 compliance through secure credential management

SANTA BARBARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Bitwarden, the trusted leader in password, passkey, and secrets management, today announced that it has achieved ISO 27001:2022 certification, an internationally recognized standard for information security management. This certification validates compliance with rigorous security and risk management requirements, ensuring organizations can protect sensitive information and meet industry regulations.

Supporting enterprises in achieving ISO 27001 compliance

Strong credential management is essential for ISO 27001 compliance, helping organizations enforce secure authentication, access controls, and data protection policies. Bitwarden helps organizations secure credentials, enforce multifactor authentication (MFA), and monitor user activity through event logs. These measures enable organizations to strengthen their security posture while aligning with ISO 27001 standards for access control, identity management, and authentication security.

Strengthening security and compliance standards

ISO 27001 is the global benchmark for building and maintaining information security management systems (ISMS). To achieve certification, organizations undergo an independent audit to demonstrate adherence to best practices in data protection, risk management, and operational security controls.

The certification process assessed Bitwarden against the latest ISO 27001:2022 requirements, verifying that internal security protocols, encryption standards, and governance frameworks align with internationally recognized security best practices. The certification complements existing compliance with SOC 2 Type 2, GDPR, HIPAA, and CCPA, reinforcing Bitwarden as a trusted security partner for enterprises.

Enhancing enterprise security with end-to-end encryption

Bitwarden implements a zero-knowledge, end-to-end encrypted architecture to protect authentication workflows and secure sensitive information across all environments. ISO 27001 certification reinforces security capabilities, including:

• Advanced authentication security: Supporting passkeys, MFA, and passwordless login options for enhanced account protection.
• Enterprise credential protection: Enabling secure storage, sharing, and management of passwords and secrets to reduce risks associated with weak or compromised credentials.
• Flexible deployment options: Supporting self-hosting and cloud-based deployment, enabling organizations to align security policies with operational needs.
• Continuous security evaluation: Verified through independent audits and security assessments to maintain ISO 27001 alignment.

Meeting industry security requirements

ISO 27001:2022 certification assures enterprises, developers, and security teams that Bitwarden meets stringent security and compliance requirements. As cybersecurity threats evolve, Bitwarden continuously enhances security measures to safeguard identities, strengthen compliance, and protect authentication workflows.

Learn more about Bitwarden security and compliance at: https://bitwarden.com/compliance/.

About Bitwarden

Bitwarden equips enterprises and individuals with the power to securely manage and share information online with trusted open source security solutions. With Password Manager for everyone, users can easily manage their entire online identity anywhere. Bitwarden Secrets Manager and Passwordless.dev enhance developer secrets security and streamline passkey development for end users and workforce authentication. Founded in 2016, Bitwarden serves over 50,000 businesses and more than 10 million users worldwide across 180 countries in 50+ languages. The company is headquartered in Santa Barbara, California. Learn more at bitwarden.com.