Loomio

Self-Hosted

Open-source collaborative decision-making platform for groups

Overview

Loomio is an open-source tool for teams and communities to make collaborative decisions transparently. It supports structured discussions, proposal creation, and inclusive voting (consensus, majority, etc.) to align groups on key choices. Features include threaded comments, deadline-setting for proposals, role-based permissions, and integrations with Slack/Matrix. Deployable via Docker or manual setup on your server, it prioritizes data privacy and control, ideal for self-hosted environments avoiding proprietary tools.

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

Key Features

Structured decision-making (proposals + inclusive voting)
Threaded discussions with comment replies
Role-based access and deadline management

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Loomio hard to install?

Loomio can be installed easily via Docker (official image available), which minimizes setup effort. For manual installation, official docs provide step-by-step guides for server deployment, though basic Linux/command-line knowledge is helpful.

? Is it a good alternative to Slack for decision-making?

Yes—unlike Slack (which lacks structured decision tools), Loomio is built specifically for transparent, inclusive decisions with formal proposals and voting, making it better for teams needing intentional alignment over casual chats.

? Is Loomio completely free?

The self-hosted version is 100% free and open-source (MIT license). Loomio also offers a hosted paid plan with extra features like priority support, but self-hosting requires no subscription fees.

Top Alternatives

Slack (proprietary collaborative tool) Search Google

Microsoft Teams (proprietary team platform) Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Communication - Social Networks and Forums

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hostable for full data control)
⊕ Inclusive voting methods (supports consensus)
⊕ Integrates with Slack/Matrix for workflow continuity

Cons

⊖ Requires technical setup for self-hosting
⊖ Smaller ecosystem vs. mainstream collaborative tools
⊖ Limited advanced reporting features