Haven

Self-Hosted

Minimalist, privacy-focused self-hosted blogging platform

Overview

Haven is a lightweight, privacy-centric self-hosted blogging tool that generates fast static HTML sites from Markdown content. It eliminates client-side bloat and tracking scripts, prioritizing user control and security. Deploy via Docker for a self-hosted instance or upload static files to services like Netlify/GitHub Pages. Features include custom themes, RSS feeds, syntax highlighting, and easy content management—no databases or complex backend required, perfect for personal blogs or tech journals.

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

Key Features

Static Markdown-to-HTML generation
No tracking or ads
Custom theme support
Simple deployment options

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Haven hard to install?

Haven is easy to deploy—use Docker for a self-hosted instance or generate static files locally and upload to any static hosting service (e.g., Netlify). No complex backend setup is needed.

? Is it a good alternative to Medium?

Yes—Haven gives full control over your content (unlike Medium), no ads/tracking, and faster load times. Ideal for users who prefer minimalism over social features.

? Is it completely free?

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

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Blogging Platforms

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-first design
⊕ Fast static site performance

Cons

⊖ Requires basic technical setup
⊖ Limited dynamic functionality