Corteza

Self-Hosted

Open-source, self-hosted CRM and low-code platform for full data control

Overview

Corteza is an open-source, self-hosted CRM designed to give businesses complete ownership of their customer data. It offers modular tools for sales tracking, customer support tickets, and marketing automation, plus a low-code platform to build custom workflows and apps. Deployable via Docker or Kubernetes, it integrates with existing systems and includes role-based access control, contact management, and deal pipeline tracking. Ideal for teams avoiding SaaS lock-in, it prioritizes privacy by keeping data on your servers while enabling flexible customization to fit unique business needs.

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

Key Features

Modular CRM modules (sales, support, marketing)
Low-code platform for custom apps and workflows
Self-hosted deployment via Docker/Kubernetes
Role-based access control and data privacy

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Corteza hard to install?

Corteza is easy to deploy using Docker or Kubernetes with official documentation and pre-built images. Users familiar with containerization can set it up quickly; beginners may need to follow step-by-step guides, but community support and tutorials are available to assist.

? Is it a good alternative to Salesforce?

Yes—Corteza provides core CRM features (contact tracking, deals, workflows) while offering full self-hosting and no lock-in. It’s ideal for businesses prioritizing data ownership over Salesforce’s extensive third-party ecosystem and high costs.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Corteza is open-source under the MIT license, meaning it’s free to use, modify, and distribute. There are no licensing fees, though hosting and custom development costs may apply depending on your setup.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data ownership and privacy (self-hosted)
⊕ No subscription fees (open-source MIT license)
⊕ Highly customizable with low-code tools
⊕ Modular design to pick only needed features

Cons

⊖ Requires technical setup (containerization knowledge helpful)
⊖ Steeper learning curve for advanced customization
⊖ Smaller community compared to mainstream SaaS CRMs