Free, open-source alternatives to Hootsuite
Schedule and manage social media posts. 2 apps you can run yourself instead of Hootsuite, sorted by how well they replace it. Each one is open source, so your data stays with you.
PostizBest match
Schedule posts, track the performance of your content, and manage all your social media accounts in one place (Alternative to Buffer, Hootsuite, Sprout Social).
Socioboard
Social media management, analytics, and reporting platform supporting nine social media networks out-of-the-box.
Side by side
| App | Stars | License | Activity | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Postiz | 37,102 | AGPL-3.0 | Docker | |
| Socioboard | 1,516 | GPL-3.0 | Node.js |
Why replace Hootsuite?
Hootsuite works, but your data lives in someone else's account, the price can change at any time, and features can disappear. An open-source app you run yourself is yours: you choose where it runs, who can see the data, and when to update.
Questions
What is the best free alternative to Hootsuite?
Postiz is the closest open-source replacement for Hootsuite in our list. Socioboard are worth a look too, depending on what you need.
Can I self-host an alternative to Hootsuite?
Yes. All 2 apps on this page are open source and can run on your own server, usually with Docker, or on a managed host that installs them for you.