gobookmarks

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted bookmark manager for personal dashboards

Overview

gobookmarks is a lightweight, self-hosted bookmark manager tailored for personal dashboard integration. It allows users to organize bookmarks into folders, add tags, and perform fast searches. Deployable via Docker for hassle-free setup, it supports importing/exporting bookmarks from browsers like Chrome and Firefox. The clean, minimal interface fits seamlessly into personal dashboards, with customization options for display. It prioritizes data privacy by storing all bookmarks locally, using SQLite as a default database. Ideal for users seeking control over their bookmark data without relying on cloud services.

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

Key Features

Organize bookmarks into folders and tags
Quick search and filter functionality
Docker-based deployment for easy setup
Import/export from popular web browsers

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is gobookmarks hard to install?

No—gobookmarks offers Docker deployment with a simple docker-compose command, making setup straightforward. Documentation also covers non-Docker installations for users who prefer manual setup.

? Is it a good alternative to Pocket?

Yes, for users prioritizing self-hosting and privacy. Unlike Pocket, gobookmarks keeps data local but lacks features like read-it-later article saving or social sharing.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—gobookmarks is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s free to use, modify, and self-host without any hidden costs or subscriptions.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Personal Dashboards

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (local data storage)
⊕ Lightweight and fast performance
⊕ Minimal resource usage
⊕ Customizable display options

Cons

⊖ Limited advanced features compared to SaaS tools
⊖ Requires basic server knowledge for self-hosting
⊖ No built-in cross-device sync (manual import/export needed)
⊖ Smaller community support than larger alternatives