Free, open-source alternatives to Imgur
Image hosting with shareable links. 5 apps you can run yourself instead of Imgur, sorted by how well they replace it. Each one is open source, so your data stays with you.
ChibisafeBest match
File uploader service that aims to to be easy to use and set up. It accepts files, photos, documents, anything you imagine and gives you back a shareable link for you to send to others.
Zipline
A lightweight, fast and reliable file sharing server that is commonly used with ShareX, offering a react-based Web UI and fast API.
Picsur
Simple imaging hosting platform that allows you to easily host, edit, and share images.
XBackBone
Simple, fast and lightweight file manager with instant sharing tools integration, like ShareX.
PictShare
Multi lingual image hosting service with a simple resizing and upload API.
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Why replace Imgur?
Imgur 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 Imgur?
Chibisafe is the closest open-source replacement for Imgur in our list. Zipline and Picsur are worth a look too, depending on what you need.
Can I self-host an alternative to Imgur?
Yes. All 5 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.