ZenTao

Self-Hosted

Open-source agile project management & DevOps platform

Overview

ZenTao is an all-in-one open-source project management tool tailored for agile teams and DevOps workflows. It integrates product backlogs, sprint planning (Scrum/Kanban boards), bug tracking, test case management, and CI/CD pipeline integration in a single interface. Deployable via Docker, traditional server setup (Linux/Windows), or cloud instances, it supports customization with plugins and multi-language support. Ideal for small to mid-sized teams seeking self-hosted control without sacrificing end-to-end project visibility.

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

Key Features

Agile planning (Scrum/Kanban boards & backlogs)
Integrated bug tracking & test management
CI/CD pipeline integration & plugin support

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is ZenTao hard to install?

ZenTao is easy to install—Docker offers a one-command setup, and traditional packages are available for Linux/Windows. Pre-configured cloud images also exist for quick deployment. Basic technical knowledge is enough for self-hosting.

? Is it a good alternative to Jira?

Yes! ZenTao provides core agile features (planning, bug tracking, testing) as an open-source, self-hosted option. It’s more cost-effective for teams wanting full data control, though Jira has a larger third-party integration ecosystem.

? Is it completely free?

The core ZenTao Community Edition is 100% free and open-source (GPLv3). Paid enterprise licenses add advanced features like SSO, dedicated support, and custom plugins, but most teams find the free version sufficient.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Software Development - Project Management

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Full data ownership via self-hosting
⊕ All-in-one tool (no need for separate apps)
⊕ Free core features with open-source flexibility

Cons

⊖ Learning curve for advanced DevOps functionalities
⊖ Enterprise plugins require paid licenses
⊖ UI feels less modern than some SaaS alternatives