Jitsi Meet

Self-Hosted

Open-source video conferencing alternative to Zoom and Google Meet

Overview

Jitsi Meet is a free, open-source video conferencing platform offering secure, end-to-end encrypted virtual meetings, webinars, and live streams. It supports screen sharing, chat, breakout rooms, and calendar integrations. Deployable via Docker, self-hosted servers, or cloud instances, it gives full control over data privacy without third-party reliance. Users join via browser (no downloads) or mobile apps, scaling from small group calls to large gatherings with hundreds of attendees—ideal for teams and educators prioritizing data ownership.

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

Key Features

End-to-end encrypted meetings
Browser-based access (no client download)
Breakout rooms & screen sharing
Calendar integration (Google, Outlook)
Live streaming & recording options

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Jitsi Meet hard to install?

It’s relatively easy with Docker (using official Compose setups) or pre-built Linux packages. Managed hosting options are also available if you prefer no setup hassle.

? Is it a good alternative to Zoom?

Yes—perfect for users prioritizing data privacy and open-source software. It lacks some enterprise features like advanced analytics but offers core video tools for free with full data control.

? Is it completely free?

The core self-hosted version is 100% free and open-source. Third-party hosted Jitsi services may charge for premium features, but self-hosting has no costs beyond server maintenance.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Communication - Video Conferencing

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (data stays on your server)
⊕ No user accounts required to join meetings
⊕ Free and open-source (no subscription fees)
⊕ Cross-platform (web, mobile, desktop support)

Cons

⊖ Requires technical setup for self-hosting
⊖ Server resources needed for large meetings
⊖ Advanced features (branding, SSO) need extra configuration