fx

Micro-blog tool offering built-in syntax highlighting, mobile publishing and more (alternative to Twitter, Bluesky).

GitHub stars
327
License
MIT
Latest release
v2.0.1
5 October 2026
Last commit
5 October 2026
Runs on
Docker

Commits per month, last 12 months

95 commits

How to self-host fx

fx runs on Docker. The project's own install guide is the place to start; most people put it on a small server with Docker and a reverse proxy for HTTPS.

  1. Get a server: a home server, a VPS, or a managed app host.
  2. Install it the way the project's docs describe, usually with Docker Compose.
  3. Put it behind HTTPS and set up backups before you add real data.
  4. Update it regularly. Watch the project's releases.

New to self-hosting? Start with the beginner's guide.

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Questions

Is fx free?

Yes. fx is open source under the MIT license, so you can use it without paying for a license. You pay only for the server it runs on.

Can I self-host fx?

Yes. fx runs on Docker. Follow the install guide in the project's documentation, or use a host that installs it for you.

Is fx still maintained?

The last change to fx's code was on 5 October 2026, with 95 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

Blogging Platforms

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