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Self-Hosted Alternatives to Trello & Jira for Project Management
Tired of paying $10/user/month for Jira? Fed up with Trello's limitations? These 8 powerful self-hosted project management tools give you complete control over your projects, sprints, and roadmaps โ with zero vendor lock-in.
Hostly Team
March 23, 2026
6 Self-Hosted Alternatives to LastPass After the Breach
LastPass's 2022 breach exposed millions of password vaults. It's time to take control of your credentials. Here are six self-hosted password managers that keep your secrets truly private.
Hostly Team
March 16, 2026
Jellyfin vs Plex vs Emby: Media Server Battle 2026
The ultimate showdown between the three giants of self-hosted media streaming. We compare features, performance, pricing, and privacy to help you choose the perfect media server for your home.
Hostly Team
March 13, 2026
How to Self-Host Jellyfin: Your Free Netflix at Home
Build your own streaming platform with Jellyfin. This complete guide covers Docker deployment, hardware transcoding, remote access, and client apps โ all for free, forever.
Hostly Team
March 11, 2026
Self-Hosted Alternatives to Google Drive: Take Back Your Files
Stop paying for cloud storage that scans your files. These 6 powerful self-hosted Google Drive alternatives give you unlimited storage, complete privacy, and features Google can't match.
Hostly Team
March 9, 2026
How to Self-Host Ollama + Open-WebUI: Your Private AI Assistant
Build your own ChatGPT alternative in under 15 minutes. This complete guide shows you how to deploy Ollama and Open-WebUI for a private, powerful AI assistant running entirely on your own hardware.
Hostly Team
March 4, 2026
5 Self-Hosted Alternatives to ChatGPT: Run AI Locally in 2026
Stop paying $20/month for ChatGPT Plus. Run powerful AI models on your own hardware with complete privacy. Here are the 5 best self-hosted ChatGPT alternatives you can deploy today.
Hostly Team
March 2, 2026
Nextcloud vs Seafile vs Syncthing: Cloud Storage Showdown
Three titans of self-hosted file sync battle it out. From collaborative office suites to pure peer-to-peer encryption, discover which cloud storage solution fits your needs in this comprehensive comparison.
Hostly Team
February 27, 2026
How to Set Up Nginx Proxy Manager: Secure Your Self-Hosted Apps
Learn to deploy Nginx Proxy Manager with Docker in minutes. Get automatic SSL certificates, beautiful dashboard, and secure access to all your self-hosted services with zero nginx config files.
Hostly Team
February 25, 2026
Self-Hosted Alternatives to Slack: 8 Chat Apps You Can Own
Take control of your team communication with these powerful self-hosted Slack alternatives. From Mattermost to Zulip, own your data while keeping the features your team depends on.
Hostly Team
February 23, 2026
The 15 Best Self-Hosted Apps Every Home Server Needs in 2026
From media streaming to password management, these are the essential self-hosted applications that transform a basic server into a powerful digital hub. Our curated list of must-have apps for beginners and veterans alike.
Hostly Team
February 20, 2026
7 Self-Hosted Alternatives to Notion for Team Productivity
Take control of your team's knowledge base with these powerful self-hosted Notion alternatives. From docs and wikis to project boards and databases โ all without subscription fees.
Hostly Team
February 16, 2026
DeepZone: The Best Opal Alternative for Mac in 2026
Tired of Opal's $100/year subscription? DeepZone offers the same focus-boosting features with a one-time payment. Here's why it's the better choice for Mac users who want to block distractions without breaking the bank.
Hostly Team
February 14, 2026
How to Self-Host Vaultwarden: Free Bitwarden for Your Family
Deploy your own password manager with Vaultwarden and Docker Compose. Compatible with all Bitwarden apps, fully encrypted, and perfect for families โ secure all your passwords without monthly fees.
Hostly Team
February 11, 2026
How to Self-Host Immich: Your Private Google Photos in 15 Minutes
Set up Immich with Docker Compose in minutes. Free, open-source photo backup with facial recognition, smart search, and mobile apps โ a complete Google Photos replacement you control.
Hostly Team
February 4, 2026
Immich vs PhotoPrism vs LibrePhotos: Which Photo Backup Wins in 2026?
Three open-source photo managers battle for your memories. We compare Immich, PhotoPrism, and LibrePhotos on features, performance, mobile apps, and ease of use to help you pick the right self-hosted Google Photos alternative.
Hostly Team
February 6, 2026
DeepSeek R1 vs ChatGPT: The Self-Hosting Revolution in 2026
DeepSeek R1 delivers GPT-4 class reasoning you can run on your own hardware. We compare cost, privacy, performance and setup to help you choose between self-hosted AI and OpenAI's cloud.
Hostly Team
February 1, 2026
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Compare the top self-hosted password managers including Vaultwarden, Passbolt, and more. Find the perfect secure, private solution for your personal or team password management needs.
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Self-Host Nextcloud: Complete Setup Guide for 2026
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Docker Compose Basics for Self-Hosting Beginners
Master Docker Compose in 20 minutes. Learn how to deploy, manage, and troubleshoot self-hosted applications with practical examples you'll actually use.
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Top Self-Hosted Alternatives to Pocket in 2025
Looking for a way to manage your saved articles without relying on third-party services? Discover the best self-hosted alternatives to Pocket that put you in control of your reading list.
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Everything you need to know to start self-hosting your own apps, from choosing hardware to deploying your first service. Save money, own your data, and break free from SaaS subscriptions.