1Password for Students: 1Password Individual free for 2 years: password generation, storage, and…
GitHub Student Developer Pack × 1Password (two years free) via GitHub Student Developer Pack
What you get
- 1Password Individual free for 2 years: password generation, storage, and autofill across all devices, secure sharing, SSH Agent (Git/SSH authentication, commit signing, SSH key generation), 1Password CLI and Shell Plugins (invoke third-party CLI credentials with biometrics), the VS Code extension, and other developer tools.
From the official page: “Get two years of 1Password for free with the GitHub Student Developer Pack ... available to all GitHub-verified students.”
How to claim
- Apply for and pass GitHub Global Campus student verification.
- On the 1Password student page, click 'Sign in with GitHub' to complete the link and redeem.
- Choose your data storage region (US / Canada / EU) during redemption.
Eligibility
Higher-education students verified through GitHub Education; Individual accounts only, cannot be applied to family accounts; existing paid subscribers receive a prorated balance credit.
Expiry & renewal rules
One redemption per account; after the 2-year window ends you can purchase a subscription, and students may get a 50% discount while enrolled; the redemption cannot be moved across regions.
Availability
Available worldwide (storage region can be chosen from the US, Canada, or EU).
FAQ
Is 1Password still free for students in 2026?
Yes, as of Oct 21, 2026. 1Password Individual free for 2 years: password generation, storage, and autofill across all devices, secure sharing, SSH Agent (Git/SSH authentication, commit… Always double-check the official page before relying on an offer — terms do change.
Do I need a credit card? How long does the 1Password student offer last?
The official page does not state a card requirement clearly — expect to check during signup. Duration details are under Expiry & renewal above. Duration: One redemption per account; after the 2-year window ends you can purchase a subscription, and students may get a 50% discount while enrolled; the redemption cannot be moved across regions.
What's the catch with 1Password's student program?
The honest caveats: One redemption per account; after the 2-year window ends you can purchase a subscription, and students may get a 50% discount while enrolled; the redemption cannot be moved across regions.. Student programs are usually limited to non-commercial use, may require yearly re-verification, and can be discontinued with little notice — that is exactly why this page exists. Verify on the official page before building anything on top of a free tier.