Chiyogami
Self-HostedOpen-source self-hosted pastebin with markdown & syntax highlighting
Overview
Chiyogami is a lightweight, privacy-focused self-hosted pastebin designed for simplicity and speed. It supports markdown formatting, syntax highlighting for over 100 programming languages, and customizable paste expiration (one-time view, time-limited, or permanent). Deploy easily via Docker container or precompiled binary—no complex database setup (uses SQLite by default). Features include password protection for sensitive pastes, dark/light themes, and a REST API for automated paste management. Ideal for developers needing full control over their paste data without relying on public services.
Self-Hosting Resources
Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml.
⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.
version: '3'
services:
chiyogami:
image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
container_name: chiyogami
ports:
- "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
volumes:
- ./data:/app/data
restart: unless-stopped Key Features
- Markdown & syntax highlighting support
- Custom paste expiration options
- Docker & binary deployment options
- Password-protected sensitive pastes
- REST API for integration
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Chiyogami hard to install?
No—Chiyogami is designed for easy deployment. You can use a pre-built Docker container with a single command, or download a precompiled binary for Linux, macOS, or Windows and run it directly. No complex database configuration is needed (it uses SQLite out of the box).
? Is it a good alternative to Pastebin.com?
Yes—Chiyogami is an excellent self-hosted alternative to Pastebin.com. Unlike Pastebin.com (public and ad-supported), Chiyogami lets you keep your pastes private and under your full control. It offers core features like syntax highlighting plus extra benefits like markdown support and no third-party tracking.
? Is it completely free?
Yes—Chiyogami is released under the MIT License, which means it’s completely free to use, modify, and self-host. There are no subscription fees or paid tiers; all features are available for free to everyone.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted data control)
- ⊕ Lightweight & fast performance
- ⊕ Minimal setup requirements (SQLite default)
- ⊕ No external service dependencies
Cons
- ⊖ Limited advanced features compared to enterprise tools
- ⊖ Requires basic server administration skills
- ⊖ Smaller community support than popular alternatives