Omeka S

Next-generation web publishing platform for institutions interested in connecting digital cultural heritage collections with other resources online.

GitHub stars
515
License
GPL-3.0
Latest release
v4.2.1
18 June 2026
Last commit
5 October 2026
Runs on
Node.js

Commits per month, last 12 months

142 commits

How to self-host Omeka S

Omeka S runs on 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 Omeka S free?

Yes. Omeka S is open source under the GPL-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 Omeka S?

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

Is Omeka S still maintained?

The last change to Omeka S's code was on 5 October 2026, with 142 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

Archiving and Digital Preservation (DP)

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