Tracks

Self-Hosted

Open-source GTD-based task management for self-hosting

Overview

Tracks is an open-source task manager built around the Getting Things Done (GTD) methodology. It organizes tasks into projects, contexts, and priorities, with support for due dates, notes, and status tracking. Deployable via Docker for quick setup or traditional Ruby on Rails installation, it lets users keep task data private and self-hosted, avoiding third-party SaaS reliance. Ideal for individuals seeking structured, privacy-focused to-do list management aligned with GTD principles.

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

Key Features

GTD-aligned workflow (projects, contexts, priorities)
Docker and Rails deployment options
Privacy-focused self-hosted data storage

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Tracks hard to install?

Tracks is easy to install via Docker (simplest option) for users with basic Docker knowledge. For traditional setup, familiarity with Ruby, Rails, and PostgreSQL is helpful, but documentation guides through the process.

? Is Tracks a good alternative to Todoist for GTD users?

Yes—Tracks is an excellent self-hosted alternative for GTD enthusiasts who value data privacy. It lacks some of Todoist’s modern features (like collaboration or mobile apps) but excels at core GTD organization without SaaS dependencies.

? Is Tracks completely free?

Tracks is 100% free and open-source under the MIT License. You can use, modify, and self-host it without any cost or subscription fees.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Task Management & To-do Lists

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ GTD methodology integration for structured task management
⊕ Fully open-source with no licensing fees
⊕ Lightweight and low-resource usage

Cons

⊖ Requires basic technical knowledge for setup (Docker/Rails)
⊖ Limited modern UI compared to SaaS alternatives
⊖ No real-time collaboration features