Libredesk

Modern omnichannel customer support desk. Live chat, email, and more in a single binary.

GitHub stars
3,026
License
AGPL-3.0
Latest release
v2.9.0-rc.9
10 October 2026
Last commit
12 October 2026
Runs on
Docker, Go, Node.js

Commits per month, last 12 months

1,637 commits

Replaces

Paid products Libredesk can stand in for.

How to self-host Libredesk

Libredesk runs on Docker, Go and Node.js. 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 Libredesk free?

Yes. Libredesk is open source under the AGPL-3.0 license, so you can use it without paying for a license. You pay only for the server it runs on.

Can I self-host Libredesk?

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

What does Libredesk replace?

People use Libredesk instead of Help Scout, Freshdesk or Zendesk.

Is Libredesk still maintained?

The last change to Libredesk's code was on 12 October 2026, with 1637 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

Ticketing

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