Opengist

Self-Hosted

Open-source, self-hosted pastebin with Gist-like code sharing functionality

Overview

Opengist is an open-source, self-hosted pastebin platform inspired by GitHub Gist. It enables users to share code snippets, notes, or text with syntax highlighting for over 100 languages, markdown support, and git version control for tracking paste changes. Key features include private/public gists, user authentication, API access, and seamless deployment via Docker or pre-built binaries. Ideal for developers or teams seeking a privacy-focused alternative to cloud-based pastebins, giving full control over data and customization.

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

Key Features

Syntax highlighting for 100+ programming languages
Git version control for tracking paste revisions
Private/public gists with user authentication
Easy deployment via Docker or pre-built binaries
Markdown support and REST API access

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Opengist hard to install?

Opengist is easy to install—options include Docker (with a single compose command), pre-built binaries for Linux/macOS/Windows, or building from source. Official docs provide step-by-step guides, making it accessible for beginners.

? Is it a good alternative to GitHub Gist?

Yes—Opengist mimics core Gist features like syntax highlighting and version control but lets you self-host, keeping data private. It lacks some Gist integrations but is ideal for those wanting full control over their pastebin.

? Is it completely free?

Opengist is 100% free and open-source under the MIT License. There are no hidden costs—you can self-host it without subscriptions and modify the code as needed.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Pastebins

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (full control over self-hosted data)
⊕ No subscription fees (MIT licensed open-source)
⊕ Git integration for collaborative paste management
⊕ Lightweight and resource-efficient

Cons

⊖ Requires server setup and ongoing maintenance
⊖ Lacks GitHub Gist’s ecosystem integrations (e.g., repo links)
⊖ Smaller community compared to mainstream pastebins