Bitpoll

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted polling platform for collaborative decision-making

Overview

Bitpoll is an open-source self-hosted polling tool built for teams and communities to streamline collaborative choices. It supports diverse poll types (single/multi-choice, ranked voting), anonymous or authenticated voting, custom deadlines, and option customization (e.g., adding dates/times for event scheduling). Deploy easily via Docker (with pre-built images) or Python (virtual environment setup), and integrate seamlessly with Nextcloud for unified user management. Ideal for organizing events, gathering feedback, or settling group decisions without third-party data risks.

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

Key Features

Supports multiple poll types (single/multi-choice, ranked voting)
Anonymous or authenticated voting options
Docker deployment & Nextcloud integration
Custom deadlines and option customization

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Bitpoll hard to install?

Bitpoll is straightforward to install—use Docker for a one-click-like setup (with official images) or run it via Python (requires a virtual environment and dependency installation). Nextcloud users can also install it as an app from the Nextcloud App Store for seamless integration.

? Is it a good alternative to Doodle?

Yes—Bitpoll offers core scheduling and polling features similar to Doodle (event time selection, multiple choices) but with self-hosted privacy. It lacks Doodle's calendar sync or enterprise features but is ideal for users prioritizing data control over advanced SaaS integrations.

? Is it completely free?

Bitpoll is 100% free and open-source under the AGPLv3 license. All features are available without any paid tiers—you only need to cover your own hosting costs if self-hosting.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Polls and Events

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data privacy (self-hosted control)
⊕ No subscription fees or hidden costs
⊕ Flexible integration with Nextcloud ecosystems

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server administration knowledge for setup
⊖ Limited advanced analytics compared to SaaS tools like Doodle
⊖ Nextcloud integration needs additional configuration steps