Wastebin

Self-Hosted

Open-source, self-hosted pastebin with syntax highlighting

Overview

Wastebin is a lightweight, self-hosted pastebin solution for sharing code snippets and plain text. It supports syntax highlighting for over 100 programming languages, custom paste expiration times (from minutes to forever), and anonymous submissions. Deployable via Docker (simple container setup) or pre-built binaries, it uses SQLite by default (no external database required) and needs minimal server resources. Ideal for personal use or small teams, it prioritizes data privacy and user control by letting you host your own paste service instead of relying on third-party platforms.

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

Key Features

Syntax highlighting for 100+ languages
Custom paste expiration times
Lightweight Docker deployment

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Wastebin hard to install?

No—Wastebin can be deployed quickly using Docker (a single command) or pre-built binaries. It uses SQLite by default, so no external database setup is needed, making it accessible for beginners.

? Is it a good alternative to Pastebin.com?

Yes—Wastebin offers core pastebin features like syntax highlighting and expiration times, but with self-hosting to keep your data private. It lacks some of Pastebin.com’s social features but excels at simplicity and control.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—Wastebin is open-source under the MIT License, so it’s free to use, modify, and self-host without any cost or hidden fees.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Pastebins

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused self-hosting
⊕ No subscription fees
⊕ Minimal resource usage

Cons

⊖ No default user authentication
⊖ Limited social collaboration features
⊖ Requires basic server setup knowledge