Octobox

Self-Hosted

Open-source GitHub notifications manager for organized project workflows

Overview

Octobox is an open-source tool designed to help developers manage GitHub notifications efficiently. It centralizes updates from all repos, allowing filtering, labeling, archiving, and searching to prioritize work. Deployable via Docker, Kubernetes, or Heroku, it supports self-hosting for privacy or a hosted option. Key features include custom filtering rules, bulk actions, and GitHub API integration—eliminating native notification clutter to stay on top of project updates.

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

Key Features

Centralize GitHub notifications in one inbox
Advanced filtering and search with custom rules
Self-hostable via Docker/Kubernetes/Heroku
Label and archive notifications for organization

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Octobox hard to install?

Octobox is straightforward to install using Docker (single command) or Kubernetes. Official docs provide step-by-step guides for these setups and Heroku deployment. Basic containerization knowledge helps, but beginners can follow the instructions easily.

? Is it a good alternative to GitHub's native notifications?

Yes! Octobox adds advanced features like labeling, bulk actions, custom filters, and a unified inbox missing in native GitHub notifications. It’s ideal for developers with many repos or frequent updates needing to prioritize work efficiently.

? Is it completely free?

The self-hosted version is 100% free and open-source under MIT License. A hosted version has paid tiers for team features, but self-hosting requires no cost beyond your server resources.

Top Alternatives

GitHub Native Notifications Search Google

GitKraken Dashboard Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Software Development - Project Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused self-hosting option
⊕ No subscription fees for self-hosted use
⊕ Eliminates clutter of native GitHub notifications

Cons

⊖ Limited to GitHub notifications only
⊖ Requires basic DevOps knowledge for self-hosting
⊖ No official mobile application