LibreServer

Self-Hosted

Open-source all-in-one self-hosting platform for privacy-focused services

Overview

LibreServer is a turnkey self-hosting solution that simplifies deploying and managing privacy-focused services like email, cloud storage, blogs, and productivity tools. It uses Docker containers for isolated, easy-to-update apps and features a user-friendly web dashboard for configuration without technical expertise. Designed to put users in control of their data, it supports Debian-based systems with an automated setup script, making it accessible for individuals and small teams to host services on a VPS or local hardware.

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

Key Features

One-click deployment of 50+ self-hosted apps (email, Nextcloud, WordPress)
Docker-powered isolation & automated updates
Intuitive web dashboard for zero-code management
Privacy-first design with full data control

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is LibreServer hard to install?

LibreServer is designed for ease of installation. It supports Debian-based systems and provides an automated script that handles most steps (Docker setup, initial config). Non-technical users can follow the step-by-step guide to run it on a VPS or local server with minimal effort.

? Is it a good alternative to Google Workspace?

Yes—LibreServer lets you host email, cloud storage, and productivity tools, giving full data control instead of relying on Google. While it lacks some enterprise features of Google Workspace, it’s ideal for privacy-conscious individuals and small teams.

? Is it completely free?

LibreServer is 100% open source (GPLv3) and free to use. No subscription fees—you only pay for server hardware or VPS hosting costs to run your instance.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Self-hosting Solutions

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full control over personal/data privacy
⊕ No subscription fees (free open source)
⊕ Simplified setup with automated scripts

Cons

⊖ Requires server/VPS (hardware or hosting costs)
⊖ Lacks some enterprise-level SaaS features
⊖ Basic Linux knowledge helpful for initial server setup