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Tools and frameworks for artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, and large language models
6 toolsOpen source analytics platforms, business intelligence tools, and data visualization software for understanding your metrics.
5 toolsOpen source tools for music production, audio editing, sound design, and audio processing
2 toolsSelf-hosted authentication, identity management, and single sign-on solutions for securing applications and services.
5 toolsSelf-hosted blogging platforms and blog engines for every need — from modern JavaScript-based publishing to lightweight flat-file systems that need no database.
5 toolsBookmark management and read-it-later tools for saving, organizing, and archiving web content. Self-hosted and privacy-focused solutions.
5 toolsPrivacy-enhancing browser extensions for content blocking, script management, and web security
5 toolsEssential command-line tools and terminal utilities for developers, sysadmins, and power users
8 toolsTeam chat, email, conferencing, and business tools
15 toolsSelf-hosted chat, voice, and messaging platforms for teams, communities, and private communication
5 toolsContainer engines, orchestration platforms, and Kubernetes tools for managing containerized applications.
5 toolsCreate music, video, art, animations, and designs
13 toolsDatabase management systems, administration tools, and SQL clients for developers and DBAs
5 toolsPeer-to-peer, blockchain, and federated technologies
9 toolsFree and open-source graphical desktop environments for Unix-like operating systems
8 toolsTools built by developers, for developers
19 toolsSelf-hosted online store platforms, marketplaces, and booking systems
5 toolsLearning, reference, astronomy, and scientific tools
7 toolsDesktop and web-based email clients for managing your messages with privacy and efficiency
5 toolsPersonal and business finance tools, accounting software, invoicing platforms, and budgeting applications for managing your money
4 toolsDrop-in replacements for paid services — no strings attached
10 toolsVideo games, emulators, and gaming platforms for Linux and open-source ecosystems
7 toolsOpen source health and fitness tools
4 toolsSmart home software, home automation platforms, and IoT tools for self-hosted and open-source home control
5 toolsBrowse all free and open source maps and navigation tools in our directory
4 toolsDigital audio workstations, synthesizers, drum machines, and tools for creating, recording, and producing music on open-source platforms
7 toolsNetwork analysis, virtual machines, and infrastructure
14 toolsTools for notes, documents, and knowledge management
11 toolsFully open source alternatives for everyday computing
3 toolsFree and open-source operating systems for desktops, servers, and embedded systems
14 toolsSelf-hosted pastebins and secure sharing tools for code snippets, secrets, and temporary files with encryption and expiration controls
5 toolsFree and open source tools for working with PDF files - view, edit, merge, split, and convert PDF documents
7 toolsProtect your data and browse without being tracked
9 toolsProject management and planning tools for teams and individuals — task tracking, kanban boards, Gantt charts, and agile workflows
10 toolsProtect your data, accounts, and online activity
27 toolsRun your own services on your own hardware
29 toolsTools for monitoring system performance, infrastructure health, server metrics, and uptime tracking.
23 toolsTools to optimise, monitor, and manage your system
33 toolsTools for managing tasks and to-do lists — from kanban boards and CLI trackers to Notion-style workspaces.
5 toolsTools for managing customer support tickets, help desk requests, and bug tracking.
5 toolsSelf-hosted tools for shortening, tracking, and sharing links
5 toolsSelf-hosted video surveillance and NVR software for IP and analog cameras, with motion detection and local AI processing
5 toolsHypervisors, containers, and virtual machine management tools
3 toolsHosting, analytics, cloud storage, and CMS platforms
7 toolsSelf-hosted wiki platforms and personal knowledge bases for documentation, note-taking, and collaborative writing
5 toolsWiki software, knowledge base platforms, and documentation tools for teams and individuals.
5 toolsTools for orchestrating, scheduling, and automating workflows — from no-code pipelines to DevOps orchestration.
5 toolsrs-short is a lightweight link shortener written in Rust, developed to be as minimal and efficient as possible. Powered by the Actix web framework, it supports SQLite, PostgreSQL, and MySQL backends, offers Docker deployment, and is actively maintained with frequent releases. Key Features Rust performance — A compiled, memory-safe binary that is fast and resource-efficient. […]
Simple-URL-Shortener is a minimalist, KISS-principle URL shortener written in PHP by azlux. It keeps things deliberately simple — no database service required, with support for MySQL or SQLite — and includes per-user history so you can track what you have shortened. Key Features Minimalist design — A tiny codebase focused on the core job of […]
Kutt is a modern, free URL shortener you can self-host. The current version is built with TypeScript and Node.js on PostgreSQL, offering custom domains, custom URLs, click statistics, and a REST API. It is one of the most popular open-source shorteners with a clean, straightforward interface. Key Features Custom domains — Use your own domain […]
Shlink is a self-hosted URL shortener designed for those who want a modern, API-first approach to link management. Built in PHP with a clean REST API at its core, it offers an official CLI, a progressive web app, custom domains, tags, and detailed visit analytics including geolocation and referrers. Key Features REST API — Complete […]
YOURLS (Your Own URL Shortener) is the de facto standard self-hosted URL shortener. Written in PHP, it lets you run your own shortening service on your server, keeping full control of your data while providing detailed click statistics, a plugin ecosystem, and a simple API for automation. Key Features Self-hosted — Run on your own […]
PluXml is a PHP-based CMS and blogging platform that stores its content in XML files instead of a database. Created in 2008, it is designed to help you build lightweight, SEO-friendly websites and blogs with complete ease — no database server, no complex installation, just files you can edit, back up and move freely. Key […]