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LinOTP vs privacyIDEA
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| Fact | LinOTP | privacyIDEA |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Python | Python |
| Licence | AGPL-3.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Stars | 550 | 1.8k |
| Latest | release/3.4.5 | v3.13.4 |
| Last push | 2026-09-11 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | too few releases | about 72 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 5 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 7+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Duo. Alternatives to Duo →
PartialLinOTPToken-based MFA server with RADIUS and REST integrations and fewer ready-made connectors.
Full replacementprivacyIDEAMFA server for TOTP, push, WebAuthn and more, with RADIUS, LDAP and identity provider plugins.
LinOTP
unsigned The latest release, release/3.4.5, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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privacyIDEA
unsigned The latest release, v3.13.4, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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