Galette

Self-Hosted

Open-source membership management with financial tracking for associations

Overview

Galette is an open-source membership management solution designed for associations, clubs, and nonprofits. It streamlines tracking member details, managing subscription fees, processing contributions, generating invoices, and creating financial reports. Key features include budget monitoring, expense logging, and tax-compliant documentation. Deployable on a LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) or via Docker containers, it offers flexibility for self-hosting. Users can customize membership tiers, automate renewal reminders, and use role-based permissions to secure sensitive financial data, making it ideal for privacy-focused organizations seeking cost-effective financial management.

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

Key Features

Membership & fee tracking
Invoice generation & financial reporting
Role-based access control

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Galette hard to install?

Galette can be installed manually on a LAMP stack with basic server admin skills. Docker images are also available for simplified deployment, reducing setup time for users familiar with containerization.

? Is it a good alternative to Wild Apricot?

Yes—Galette offers core membership and financial features similar to Wild Apricot but as an open-source, self-hosted option. It lacks some advanced marketing tools but excels at privacy and zero ongoing costs.

? Is it completely free?

Galette is 100% free under the GPLv3 license. There are no hidden fees for self-hosting, and you can modify the code to fit your organization’s unique requirements.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Money, Budgeting & Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused self-hosting
⊕ No subscription fees
⊕ Customizable for organizational needs

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server knowledge for manual setup
⊖ Dated user interface compared to modern SaaS tools
⊖ Limited third-party integrations