BinPastes

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted pastebin with syntax highlighting

Overview

BinPastes is a lightweight, self-hosted pastebin solution for secure, private sharing of code snippets and text. It supports syntax highlighting for 100+ programming languages, custom paste expiration times, and password protection for sensitive content. Deployable via Docker for quick setup or manual installation on Linux servers, it offers a clean, ad-free interface with no external dependencies beyond basic web server tools. Users retain full control over their data, avoiding third-party privacy risks—ideal for developers or teams needing a reliable alternative to public paste 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:
  binpastes:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: binpastes
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Syntax highlighting for 100+ programming languages
Custom expiration & password-protected pastes
Docker deployment for one-click setup
Minimal, ad-free user interface

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is BinPastes hard to install?

BinPastes is easy to install via Docker—pull the official image and run it with minimal config. Manual installation works on Linux with PHP/Apache/Nginx, though it needs basic command-line skills.

? Is it a good alternative to Pastebin.com?

Yes—BinPastes matches core paste functionality but with self-hosting benefits: no ads, full data control, and no public exposure unless shared. It prioritizes privacy over social features.

? Is BinPastes completely free?

BinPastes is 100% free and open-source under the MIT License. No paid tiers or hidden costs—use, modify, and self-host without restrictions.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Pastebins

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data privacy and ownership
⊕ Lightweight resource footprint
⊕ No ads or third-party tracking

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server administration knowledge
⊖ Lacks advanced social features of public pastebins