zfs-unlock is an open-source command-line tool that enables users to unlock encrypted OpenZFS datasets remotely via a restricted SSH receiver. It is designed for system administrators managing encrypted storage, particularly in NixOS and similar environments. The tool simplifies remote unlocking workflows and supports secure, automated operations.
In the CLI tools & terminal space, zfs-unlock takes a focused approach. It focuses on unlocking encrypted OpenZFS datasets remotely over SSH without manual intervention. zfs-unlock is an open-source project aimed at system administrators. The project is open source (MIT). The product ships for the command line.
basnijholt builds and maintains zfs-unlock, and the product first shipped in 2026. The project is developed in the open on GitHub with 40 commits in the last 90 days. Among its 5 catalogued features are remote unlock, SSH support, and openZFS integration.
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