Taskwarrior

Self-Hosted

Open-source command-line task management tool for efficient productivity

Overview

Taskwarrior is a lightweight, command-line task management tool designed for power users who prefer terminal-based workflows. It supports task prioritization, tagging, filtering, and sorting, with advanced features like recurring tasks, deadlines, and project tracking. Deployable on Linux, macOS, and Windows (via WSL), it uses text-based data for easy backup and sync. Integrates with Taskserver for self-hosted multi-device sync and offers extensions for reporting. Ideal for users valuing speed, flexibility, and privacy without GUI dependencies.

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

Key Features

Command-line interface for fast terminal workflows
Advanced task organization (priorities, tags, projects, deadlines)
Recurring tasks and deadline tracking
Self-hosted sync via Taskserver
Text-based data storage for portability and backup

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Taskwarrior hard to install?

Taskwarrior is easy to install on most platforms: Linux via apt/yum, macOS via Homebrew, Windows via WSL. Precompiled binaries are available for quick setup, and source code can be compiled if needed. Basic configuration is minimal to start managing tasks.

? Is it a good alternative to Todoist?

Yes, for terminal-savvy users who prioritize privacy. It offers core features like priorities and deadlines but lacks Todoist’s GUI and cloud collaboration. Ideal for those wanting full control over their task data without cloud reliance.

? Is it completely free?

Absolutely. Taskwarrior is open-source under the MIT License—no costs to use, modify, or distribute. Syncing via Taskserver (its companion tool) is also free with no subscription fees.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free/Open Source

Category Task Management & To-do Lists

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (local data, no cloud dependency)
⊕ Completely free and open-source
⊕ Lightweight and fast performance
⊕ Highly customizable via config files
⊕ Cross-platform compatibility

Cons

⊖ Steep learning curve for non-terminal users
⊖ No native graphical user interface (GUI)
⊖ Requires manual setup for sync (Taskserver)
⊖ Limited real-time collaboration features