Anchr

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted bookmark manager for organizing links

Overview

Anchr is a lightweight, open-source bookmark manager built for self-hosting. It enables users to organize links with tags, folders, and notes, plus full-text search for fast retrieval of saved content. Supports importing bookmarks from Chrome, Firefox, and other browsers, as well as exporting to JSON for backups. Features include dark mode, responsive mobile design, and a clean interface. Deployment is simple via Docker or Docker Compose, making it accessible for users with basic server knowledge—ideal for those wanting to control their bookmark data without third-party services.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  anchr:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: anchr
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Tagging & folder organization for bookmarks
Full-text search for quick link access
Import/export from browsers (Chrome, Firefox)
Lightweight Docker deployment with Compose

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Anchr hard to install?

No—Anchr uses Docker and Docker Compose for straightforward deployment. The official repo provides a pre-configured docker-compose.yml file that sets up the app and PostgreSQL with minimal setup, suitable for users familiar with basic Docker commands.

? Is it a good alternative to Pocket?

Yes—Anchr offers core bookmarking features like tagging and search similar to Pocket, but with self-hosting for full privacy control. It lacks Pocket’s offline reading, but is perfect for users prioritizing data ownership over extra features.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Anchr is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s free to use, modify, and self-host without any hidden costs or subscriptions.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Miscellaneous

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted data ownership)
⊕ No subscription fees
⊕ Easy setup with Docker
⊕ Clean, user-friendly interface

Cons

⊖ Lacks advanced features like offline article saving (vs SaaS tools)
⊖ Requires basic server/Docker knowledge
⊖ Smaller community compared to larger alternatives