Aptabase

Self-Hosted

Open-source, privacy-first analytics for mobile & web apps

Overview

Aptabase is an open-source analytics platform focused on privacy for mobile (Flutter, React Native, Swift, Kotlin) and web applications. It collects anonymized data without user identifiers or cookies, ensuring GDPR/CCPA compliance. Self-hosting is simple via Docker Compose or Kubernetes, giving full control over your data. Key features include real-time event tracking, user journey visualization, multi-platform support, and lightweight resource usage—ideal for developers wanting essential analytics without compromising user privacy.

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:
  aptabase:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: aptabase
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Privacy-first data collection (no PII, no cookies)
Multi-platform support for mobile & web apps
Easy self-hosting via Docker Compose/Kubernetes

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Aptabase hard to install?

No—Aptabase offers straightforward self-hosting via Docker Compose. Clone the repo, configure basic environment variables (e.g., database credentials), and run docker-compose up. Detailed setup guides in the GitHub repo walk you through every step.

? Is it a good alternative to Google Analytics?

Yes—if you prioritize privacy and self-hosting. Unlike Google Analytics, Aptabase avoids user tracking identifiers and cookies, making it GDPR-compliant. It focuses on essential app analytics (events, engagement) without ad-focused bloat.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Aptabase is open-source under the MIT license, so self-hosting is 100% free. You only pay for server resources (e.g., VPS, cloud instance) to host it; no hidden fees or subscriptions apply.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Analytics

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (GDPR/CCPA compliant)
⊕ No subscription fees for self-hosting
⊕ Open-source (customizable to specific needs)

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server administration skills
⊖ Lacks advanced features like A/B testing
⊖ Smaller community compared to mainstream tools