# 1Password CLI

Published January 1, 2026 · Updated August 10, 2026

Command-line helper for the 1Password password manager

Category: Security & Privacy · Free · Version 1.12.9 · [Official website](https://developer.1password.com/docs/cli/v1/usage/)

## Install with Homebrew

`brew install --cask 1password-cli@1`

## Features

- Easy installation via Homebrew
- Regular updates and maintenance
- Free to use
- Professional support available

## FAQ

### How do I install 1Password CLI on Mac?

Open Terminal, install Homebrew if you haven't already (visit brew.sh), then run `brew install --cask 1password-cli@1`. The app will be downloaded and installed automatically. You can then run `1password-cli@1` from Terminal.

### Is 1Password CLI free?

Yes, 1Password CLI is completely free to use. 

### How do I uninstall 1Password CLI?

Open Terminal and run `brew uninstall --cask 1password-cli@1`. Homebrew will remove 1Password CLI and all associated files cleanly. You can verify it was removed by running `brew list`.

### What are alternatives to 1Password CLI?

There are several security & privacy apps available for macOS. Browse the Security & Privacy category on Bundl.run to compare features, popularity, and install counts for similar tools.

### How do I update 1Password CLI to the latest version?

Run `brew upgrade --cask 1password-cli@1` in Terminal to update to the latest version. You can also run `brew outdated` to check if an update is available.

### Does 1Password CLI work on Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4)?

Yes, 1Password CLI can be installed on both Apple Silicon and Intel Macs via Homebrew. Homebrew automatically handles the correct version for your hardware.

## Related

- [1Password](https://bundl.run/apps/1password)
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- [ZeroTier](https://bundl.run/apps/zerotier-one)
- [Bitwarden](https://bundl.run/apps/bitwarden)
- [KeePassXC](https://bundl.run/apps/keepassxc)
- [ExpressVPN](https://bundl.run/apps/expressvpn)

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