Fusio

Self-Hosted

Open-source API management platform for building and managing REST APIs

Overview

Fusio is an open-source API management tool that lets developers design, deploy, and monitor REST APIs with ease. It supports OpenAPI/Swagger documentation, rate limiting, authentication (OAuth2, JWT, API keys), and integration with SQL, NoSQL, and HTTP backends. Deployable via Docker or traditional PHP servers, it offers a web admin interface for configuration and a CLI for automation. Extensible via plugins, Fusio is ideal for teams seeking self-hosted API solutions without vendor lock-in, streamlining workflow from design to production.

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

Key Features

OpenAPI/Swagger API Design & Documentation
Multi-method Authentication (OAuth2, JWT, API Keys)
Rate Limiting & Traffic Analytics
Backend Integration (SQL, NoSQL, HTTP Services)

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Fusio hard to install?

Fusio is easy to install via Docker (recommended) with a single command, which includes all dependencies. For traditional setups, it requires PHP and a database (MySQL/MariaDB), but detailed documentation guides users through both options.

? Is Fusio a good alternative to proprietary API tools like Apigee?

Yes—Fusio covers core API management needs (auth, rate limiting, docs) without vendor lock-in. It’s perfect for small-to-medium teams or projects prioritizing self-hosting and cost savings, though it lacks some enterprise features like Apigee’s advanced AI-driven analytics.

? Is Fusio completely free?

Fusio is 100% free and open-source under the Apache 2.0 license. You can use, modify, and self-host it without any costs, with no hidden fees for core functionality.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Software Development - API Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Self-hosted for full data control
⊕ No subscription fees (Apache 2.0 licensed)
⊕ Docker support for easy deployment
⊕ Extensible via custom plugins

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server/container knowledge for setup
⊖ Smaller community compared to enterprise tools like Kong
⊖ Limited enterprise-grade features (e.g., advanced analytics)
⊖ PHP-based, which may not fit all tech stacks