Oddmuse
Self-HostedLightweight, file-based wiki engine written in Perl
Overview
Oddmuse is a minimalist self-hosted wiki engine focused on simplicity and low maintenance. It uses flat files instead of a database, making deployment straightforward—just upload the Perl script to any web server with Perl support. Features include version control for page edits, customizable plugins to add functionality (like syntax highlighting or RSS feeds), password protection for private wikis, and support for a markdown-like markup language. Ideal for personal documentation, small team wikis, or anyone wanting a no-fuss alternative to heavyweight wiki tools.
Self-Hosting Resources
Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml.
⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.
version: '3'
services:
oddmuse:
image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
container_name: oddmuse
ports:
- "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
volumes:
- ./data:/app/data
restart: unless-stopped Key Features
- File-based storage (no database required)
- Perl-powered (compatible with most web servers)
- Extensible via community plugins
- Built-in version control for edits
- Password protection for private content
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Oddmuse hard to install?
Oddmuse is extremely easy to install—simply upload the main Perl script to a web server with Perl support (most shared hosts or VPS providers offer this). No database setup is needed, and you can start creating pages immediately after deployment. Docker images are also available for containerized setups.
? Is it a good alternative to Confluence?
Oddmuse is a great alternative for users who want a lightweight, self-hosted wiki without Confluence’s enterprise complexity or subscription costs. While it lacks Confluence’s advanced collaboration and project management features, it excels at simple, fast documentation for personal or small team use.
? Is it completely free?
Yes, Oddmuse is 100% free and open source under the GNU General Public License (GPL). You can use it, modify it, and self-host it without any fees or restrictions.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Minimal server resource usage
- ⊕ Zero database maintenance
- ⊕ Open source with active community
- ⊕ Easy to deploy (single script upload)
- ⊕ Highly customizable for specific needs
Cons
- ⊖ Perl knowledge helpful for advanced tweaks
- ⊖ Less modern UI compared to cloud-based wikis
- ⊖ Fewer out-of-the-box features than MediaWiki
- ⊖ Limited real-time collaboration tools