docassemble

Self-Hosted

Open-source interactive platform for surveys, polls, and automated document generation

Overview

docassemble is an open-source tool for building interactive branching interviews (surveys/polls) that collect data and generate customized documents (e.g., event registrations, legal forms). It supports conditional logic, multi-language interfaces, and database integrations like PostgreSQL. Deployable via Docker (simplest option), cloud servers, or local environments. Ideal for event organizers, nonprofits, or teams needing tailored surveys, event sign-ups, or automated document workflows. Licensed under MIT, it offers full customization without subscription costs.

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

Key Features

Interactive branching surveys/polls with conditional logic
Automated document generation from response data
Docker deployment for easy self-hosting

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is docassemble hard to install?

docassemble is easy to install via Docker—just pull the official image and run it with minimal configuration. For manual setup, you'll need Python and PostgreSQL, but Docker is recommended for most users, even those with limited technical skills.

? Is it a good alternative to Typeform?

Yes, especially if you need to generate documents from survey or event registration responses. Typeform excels at visual surveys, but docassemble adds powerful document automation and self-hosting privacy—great for event organizers needing custom forms plus data-driven docs.

? Is it completely free?

Yes! docassemble is open-source under the MIT License, so you can self-host it for free indefinitely. There are no paid tiers or hidden costs—you only pay for your hosting (if using a cloud server) or nothing if using local infrastructure.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Polls and Events

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted data control)
⊕ No subscription fees (open-source MIT license)
⊕ Customizable templates for polls and events

Cons

⊖ Requires basic technical setup (Docker or server knowledge)
⊖ Steeper learning curve for complex workflows
⊖ Limited native event management tools (e.g., ticketing)