Rallly

Self-Hosted

Open-source alternative to Doodle for group meeting scheduling

Overview

Rallly is an open-source group scheduling tool that simplifies finding consensus for meeting times. Users create polls with proposed slots, share links with participants (no accounts required to vote), and view real-time results. It supports time zone detection, calendar integrations (Google, Outlook), and customizable poll settings. Deployable via Docker or manual setup (Node.js/PostgreSQL), it prioritizes privacy by letting you control your data. Ideal for teams, communities, or personal use, it eliminates email back-and-forth for scheduling.

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

Key Features

Create time slot polls for group scheduling
Participants vote without an account
Time zone support for global teams
Calendar integration (Google, Outlook)
Docker deployment for easy self-hosting

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Rallly hard to install?

Rallly is easy to install using Docker—pull the official image and run it with minimal config. Manual setup requires Node.js and PostgreSQL, but detailed GitHub docs guide you through each step, making it accessible for most users.

? Is it a good alternative to Doodle?

Yes! Rallly offers core Doodle features (group polls, time zones) plus self-hosting for privacy. Unlike Doodle’s free tier, it has no ads and lets you keep data under your control—perfect for those prioritizing open-source tools.

? Is it completely free?

The self-hosted version is 100% free (MIT license). The official hosted version has paid tiers for advanced features (custom domains, priority support), but core self-hosted functionality remains free forever.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Booking and Scheduling

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted data control)
⊕ No account needed for participants
⊕ Open-source (customizable via MIT license)
⊕ Intuitive UI with real-time results

Cons

⊖ Requires server setup for self-hosting
⊖ Hosted version has paid tiers for advanced features
⊖ Limited enterprise integrations compared to tools like Calendly