Servas

Self-Hosted

Open-source, self-hosted bookmark manager for organizing and sharing links privately

Overview

Servas is an open-source, self-hosted bookmark manager designed to help users organize, store, and share links with full data control. It supports tagging, folder-based categorization, and note-adding for context. Users can create public/private collections to share links, and a full-text search feature enables quick retrieval. Browser extensions allow one-click saving from Chrome/Firefox. Deployment is straightforward via Docker Compose, making it accessible to users with basic server knowledge. Unlike cloud tools like Pocket, Servas ensures privacy by letting you host your data, avoiding reliance on third-party services. It’s lightweight, runs on low-resource servers, and is customizable via its open-source codebase.

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

Key Features

Organize bookmarks with tags, folders, and notes
Share links via public or private collections
One-click saving via browser extensions
Full-text search for quick link retrieval
Docker Compose for easy deployment

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Servas hard to install?

No—Servas uses Docker Compose for deployment. Clone the GitHub repo, adjust environment variables if needed, and run the Compose command. It works on any server with Docker installed, including low-resource VPS or home servers.

? Is it a good alternative to Raindrop.io?

Yes—for users prioritizing self-hosting and privacy. Servas offers core bookmarking features (tagging, sharing) but lacks some advanced Raindrop tools (image bookmarking, team collaboration). Ideal for individuals wanting full link data control.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Servas is open-source under the MIT License. There are no subscriptions, premium tiers, or hidden fees. You can use, modify, and self-host it for free indefinitely.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Bookmarks and Link Sharing

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data control (self-hosted privacy)
⊕ No subscription fees or hidden costs
⊕ Lightweight and resource-efficient
⊕ Open-source (customizable to individual needs)

Cons

⊖ Limited advanced features compared to commercial tools like Raindrop.io
⊖ No native mobile app (browser-only access)
⊖ Requires basic Docker knowledge for deployment