Daily Stars Explorer

Self-Hosted

Open-source analytics tool for tracking daily performance metrics

Overview

Daily Stars Explorer is an open-source analytics platform built to help teams monitor and visualize daily KPIs (e.g., user engagement, sales conversions, task completion). It offers customizable dashboards, real-time data updates, and integration with common sources like CSV files, REST APIs, and SQL databases. Deployable via Docker (with a simple docker-compose setup) or traditional server stacks, it ensures sensitive analytics data remains on-premises. Ideal for small/medium teams seeking a lightweight, self-hosted alternative to cloud-based analytics SaaS tools.

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

Key Features

Customizable daily performance dashboards
Real-time metric tracking and alerts
Integration with CSV, APIs, and SQL databases
Docker and traditional deployment options

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Daily Stars Explorer hard to install?

No—Docker deployment simplifies setup with a single docker-compose command. Traditional setups require a web server (Nginx/Apache), Python/PHP runtime, and PostgreSQL/MySQL database, with step-by-step docs available for guidance.

? Is it a good alternative to Mixpanel or Amplitude?

Yes, if you prioritize self-hosting and data privacy over enterprise-grade features like complex funnel analysis. It excels at daily metric tracking and basic visualization for teams that want full control over their analytics data.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Daily Stars Explorer is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s free to use, modify, and distribute without any restrictions or premium tiers.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Analytics

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (data stays on your server)
⊕ No subscription fees or hidden costs
⊕ Lightweight and resource-efficient
⊕ Easy to customize for specific team needs

Cons

⊖ Limited advanced analytics compared to enterprise tools
⊖ Smaller community support than mainstream platforms
⊖ Requires basic server administration knowledge for setup
⊖ No official mobile app (web-only interface)