Karakeep

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted bookmark manager for privacy-focused link organization

Overview

Karakeep is a lightweight, self-hosted bookmark manager built for privacy and simplicity. It lets users organize links with tags, folders, and notes, plus full-text search to quickly locate saved content. Deploy via Docker for hassle-free setup, or use binary releases for direct installation. Supports importing from Chrome/Firefox and exporting to common formats. Features include dark mode, responsive mobile design, and compatibility with SQLite (default) or PostgreSQL databases—ideal for users wanting full 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:
  karakeep:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: karakeep
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Organize bookmarks with tags, folders, and notes
Full-text search for quick link retrieval
Docker deployment for easy self-hosting
Import/export support for browsers and tools
Responsive design for mobile and desktop use

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Karakeep hard to install?

Karakeep is easy to install via Docker—pull the image and run with minimal environment variables. Non-Docker users can use binary releases, though this requires configuring databases (SQLite/PostgreSQL) manually, which needs basic technical skills.

? Is it a good alternative to Pocket?

Yes—Karakeep offers core bookmarking features (save links, tag, search) with full self-hosting control, ensuring data privacy. It lacks Pocket’s read-later article saving but is perfect for users prioritizing data ownership over advanced SaaS features.

? Is it completely free?

Karakeep is 100% open source and free. There are no paid tiers or hidden costs—you can self-host it indefinitely without subscriptions or fees.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Bookmarks and Link Sharing

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data ownership (self-hosted)
⊕ No subscription costs
⊕ Lightweight and resource-efficient
⊕ Supports SQLite/PostgreSQL databases

Cons

⊖ Lacks advanced read-later article saving features
⊖ Requires basic server knowledge for non-Docker setup
⊖ Smaller community compared to SaaS alternatives