Scoold

Self-Hosted

Open-source Q&A platform inspired by Stack Overflow

Overview

Scoold is an open-source Q&A platform designed for self-hosted teams or communities, replicating Stack Overflow’s core functionality. Key features include question-answer threads, upvoting/downvoting, comments, tags, user profiles with reputation, and searchable content. It integrates with OAuth providers (Google, GitHub, Facebook) for authentication and supports PostgreSQL/MySQL databases. Deployment is straightforward via Docker containers, JVM runnables, or cloud platforms like AWS/Azure—ideal for internal knowledge bases, community forums, or educational use cases.

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

Key Features

Stack Overflow-style Q&A with upvotes/downvotes
OAuth authentication (Google, GitHub, Facebook)
Customizable branding and moderation tools

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Scoold hard to install?

No—Scoold offers simple deployment options like Docker containers (one-line command) or JVM runnables. It supports PostgreSQL/MySQL, and official docs provide step-by-step guides for local or cloud setup.

? Is it a good alternative to Stack Overflow Teams?

Yes—Scoold replicates core Stack Overflow features for self-hosted use, making it a cost-effective alternative. It lacks some enterprise tools but is ideal for small-to-medium teams/communities.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Scoold is open-source under the Apache 2.0 license, so it’s free to use, modify, and self-host without hidden costs.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Communication - Social Networks and Forums

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (self-hosted user data)
⊕ No subscription fees
⊕ Easy deployment via Docker or JVM runnables

Cons

⊖ Requires database setup (PostgreSQL/MySQL)
⊖ Lacks advanced enterprise features (e.g., analytics)
⊖ Minimal default UI customization options