InvenioRDM

Highly scalable turn-key research data management platform with a beautiful user experience.

GitHub stars
182
License
MIT
Last commit
7 October 2026
Runs on
Python

Commits per month, last 12 months

295 commits

How to self-host InvenioRDM

InvenioRDM runs on Python. 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 InvenioRDM free?

Yes. InvenioRDM 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 InvenioRDM?

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

Is InvenioRDM still maintained?

The last change to InvenioRDM's code was on 7 October 2026, with 295 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

Document Management - Institutional Repository and Digital Library Software

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