Tether is stepping up its tech game with the launch of PearPass, a password management application designed to keep your credentials entirely on your own device. Unlike traditional password managers that rely on centralized servers, PearPass eliminates the risks of server-side hacks and data breaches that have plagued the industry.
The app leverages device-level encryption and peer-to-peer synchronization between a user’s hardware, ensuring passwords never leave local storage except when syncing across devices owned by the same person through fully encrypted channels, according to Tether’s announcement on Wednesday.
Introducing🍐🔒 PearPass — the password manager that keeps your data on your devices.
— Tether (@Tether_to) December 17, 2025
No servers to hack. No cloud to leak.
Just pure local security.
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Why PearPass Matters Now
The launch comes amid growing concerns over cloud security. Earlier this year, more than 16 billion passwords were exposed from major platforms like Apple, Facebook, Google, and even government services, marking one of the largest data breaches ever reported by Forbes.
Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino emphasized that server-hosted password vaults create a single point of failure, putting user control and sensitive credentials at risk. “We built PearPass without intermediaries, backdoors, or cloud dependencies,” Ardoino said, highlighting the company’s commitment to privacy-first architecture.
Security First: Audited and Open Source
PearPass has completed an independent security audit by Secfault Security and uses open-source cryptographic libraries with end-to-end encryption. Key features include:
- Local-only storage
- Automated password generation
- Peer-to-peer device syncing
- Key-based account recovery
Because PearPass does not rely on external servers or cloud infrastructure, it remains fully functional during network outages or high-risk scenarios, a major differentiator from competitors.
Tether Expands Beyond Stablecoins
This is Tether’s first fully open-source app in its Pears ecosystem, reflecting a strategic move into decentralized consumer technology. The free application is now available across major platforms, marking a shift as the stablecoin issuer diversifies beyond USDT operations into privacy-focused software development.
Bloomberg recently reported that Tether is exploring equity tokenization, new liquidity corridors, and pursuing a $20 billion raise at a $500 billion valuation. The company also led an $8 million investment in Speed, a Lightning Network payments processor aiming to enable real-time global settlements.
With PearPass, Tether isn’t just securing passwords; it is staking its claim as a privacy-first technology leader in crypto and beyond.
