Digistorm

Self-Hosted

Open-source groupware for unified team collaboration

Overview

Digistorm is a self-hosted groupware platform that centralizes team communication, project tracking, and document collaboration. It supports real-time chat, task assignment with deadlines, shared calendars, and secure file storage with versioning. Deployable via Docker or traditional LAMP stack, it integrates with email clients and cloud storage tools. Ideal for small to medium teams, Digistorm prioritizes data privacy by keeping all information on your server, avoiding third-party SaaS risks. Its modular design lets you tailor features to your workflow, making it a flexible alternative to proprietary groupware solutions.

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

Key Features

Real-time team chat with channels
Task & project management with deadlines
Shared calendars & event scheduling
Secure document collaboration with version control
Docker-based easy deployment

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Digistorm easy to deploy?

Digistorm offers Docker-compose configurations that simplify deployment for most users. Basic server knowledge (like managing containers and networks) is recommended, but detailed documentation guides you through every step, including setup of storage and user authentication.

? Can Digistorm replace Microsoft Teams for my team?

Digistorm covers core groupware features like chat, task management, and shared calendars, with the added benefit of self-hosted data privacy. It lacks Teams' advanced video conferencing, but it’s an excellent choice for teams prioritizing data ownership over SaaS-specific extras.

? Is Digistorm completely free to use?

Yes—Digistorm is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s free to install, use, modify, and distribute without any hidden costs or premium tiers. You only need to cover your server hosting expenses.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Groupware

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted data control)
⊕ No recurring subscription fees
⊕ Modular & customizable workflows
⊕ Integrates with common productivity tools

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server administration skills
⊖ Limited video conferencing features compared to SaaS alternatives
⊖ Smaller community support than mainstream tools