Paperless-ngx

Scan, index, and archive all of your paper documents with an improved interface (fork of Paperless).

GitHub stars: 46,581
License: GPL-3.0
Latest release: v3.3.1
12 October 2026
Last commit: 12 October 2026
Runs on: Python, Docker

Commits per month, last 12 months

1,680 commits

How to self-host Paperless-ngx

Paperless-ngx runs on Python and 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.

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

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

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Guides that cover it

Self-hosting for beginners: what it is and how to start

What self-hosting means, why people run their own apps, the three ways to do it, what you need to know about backups and updates, and good first apps.

Questions

Is Paperless-ngx free?

Yes. Paperless-ngx 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 Paperless-ngx?

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

Is Paperless-ngx still maintained?

The last change to Paperless-ngx's code was on 12 October 2026, with 1680 commits in the last 12 months.

Topics

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