SyncMarks

Self-Hosted

Open-source self-hosted bookmark sync and sharing tool

Overview

SyncMarks is a self-hosted bookmark manager that enables cross-device sync, shared collections with permission controls, and organized links via tags/folders. It supports import/export from Chrome, Firefox, and Safari, with a clean responsive interface. Deploy easily using Docker Compose or traditional PHP/MySQL setups. Ideal for privacy-focused users who want full control over their bookmark data, avoiding third-party services like Pocket or Raindrop.io.

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

Key Features

Cross-device bookmark synchronization
Shared collections with role-based permissions
Browser import/export support
Tagging and folder organization
Docker Compose deployment

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is SyncMarks hard to install?

SyncMarks is straightforward to install with Docker Compose—download the compose file, adjust database credentials, and run `docker-compose up`. Non-Docker setups need PHP 8+ and MySQL/MariaDB, with step-by-step docs available for guidance.

? Is it a good alternative to Pocket?

Yes! SyncMarks offers cross-device sync like Pocket but with self-hosted control. It lacks Pocket’s recommendation engine but adds shared collections and full data privacy—perfect for users who want to avoid cloud-based services.

? Is it completely free?

SyncMarks is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s 100% free to use, modify, and self-host. All features are available without restrictions or premium tiers.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Bookmarks and Link Sharing

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full ownership of bookmark data
⊕ No recurring subscription fees
⊕ Team collaboration capabilities
⊕ Privacy-focused (no third-party tracking)

Cons

⊖ Requires server setup and maintenance
⊖ Limited mobile app support (web interface only)
⊖ Less polished than commercial alternatives