Superdesk

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted conference content & workflow management system

Overview

Superdesk is an open-source platform optimized for conference management, enabling session scheduling, speaker tracking, and collaborative content curation. It supports modular plugins for event-specific needs like registration integration or live streaming, and can be deployed via Docker or traditional servers for full data control. Its customizable workflows adapt to small meetups or large conferences, while media asset management helps organize session materials (slides, videos) for attendees. As a self-hosted solution, it prioritizes privacy and avoids subscription locks, making it ideal for teams wanting ownership over their conference operations.

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

Key Features

Conference session & speaker management
Collaborative content curation workflows
Modular plugin system for event-specific extensions

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Superdesk hard to install?

Superdesk offers Docker Compose for simplified deployment, though basic knowledge of containerization or server administration is needed. Detailed documentation and community forums provide step-by-step guidance to ease setup.

? Is it a good alternative to Cvent for conferences?

Superdesk is a strong alternative for teams prioritizing self-hosted data control and customization. Unlike Cvent's SaaS model, it avoids recurring fees but requires more hands-on configuration for event-specific features.

? Is Superdesk completely free?

Yes—Superdesk is open-source under the AGPL license, so it’s free to use, modify, and self-host. Costs may only apply to server hosting or custom plugin development if required.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Conference Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused self-hosted deployment
⊕ Customizable workflows for diverse conference sizes

Cons

⊖ Requires technical setup (Docker or server configuration)
⊖ Steeper learning curve for non-technical users