Neos

Self-Hosted

Open-source conference management system for events and talks

Overview

Neos is an open-source conference management system built to simplify event organization workflows. It supports call for papers (CFP) submissions, peer reviews, session scheduling with conflict resolution, and speaker profile management. Deployable via Docker or manual PHP/MySQL setup, Neos offers mobile-responsive interfaces for attendees to access agendas and session details. It allows custom branding to align with event identity and integrates with basic registration systems. Ideal for tech conferences, workshops, and meetups, Neos gives organizers full control over their data through self-hosting.

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

Key Features

Call for Papers (CFP) submission & review workflow
Session scheduling with conflict detection
Mobile-responsive attendee agenda portal

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Neos hard to install?

Neos can be installed via Docker (simpler for beginners) or manual setup using PHP and MySQL. Docker deployment reduces technical overhead, while manual setup needs basic server admin skills for configuring web servers and databases.

? Is it a good alternative to ConfTool?

Yes—Neos provides core features like CFP management and scheduling but is open-source, allowing full customization and self-hosting. ConfTool is proprietary and subscription-based, whereas Neos is free to use and modify.

? Is Neos completely free?

Neos is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s completely free to use, modify, and distribute. There are no hidden fees or subscription costs for the core platform.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Conference Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Self-hosted (full data privacy control)
⊕ No subscription fees or hidden costs
⊕ Customizable branding to match event identity

Cons

⊖ Requires basic server skills for manual setup
⊖ Limited third-party integrations compared to proprietary tools
⊖ Steeper learning curve for advanced customization