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Docmost | Open-source collaborative wiki and documentation software

DocMost
DocMost

Introduction

Docmost is an open-source, self-hosted collaborative wiki and documentation platform designed as an alternative to tools like Confluence and Notion. It enables teams to create, manage, and share knowledge through real-time editing, structured spaces, and robust permission controls.​

Use Cases

  • Team Knowledge Bases
    Centralize and organize internal documentation for easy access.
  • Project Documentation
    Maintain detailed records of project developments and updates.
  • Collaborative Wikis
    Enable teams to co-author content and share insights seamlessly.
  • Technical Manuals
    Document technical processes and guidelines for reference.
  • Educational Resources
    Create and manage instructional materials collaboratively.

Features & Benefits

  • Real-Time Collaborative Editor
    Simultaneously edit pages with support for diagrams, tables, LaTeX, and embeds.
  • Diagram Support
    Integrated tools like Mermaid, Draw.io, and Excalidraw for visual representations.
  • Spaces
    Organize content into dedicated areas for teams, projects, or departments.
  • Permissions System
    Control access levels for viewing, editing, and managing content.
  • Groups
    Manage user roles and permissions collectively through group assignments.
  • Comment System
    Engage in discussions directly on pages with inline comments.
  • Page History
    Track changes and revert to previous versions as needed.
  • Search Functionality
    Quickly locate information using Postgres full-text search.
  • Nested Pages
    Structure content hierarchically with drag-and-drop organization.
  • Attachments
    Easily add images and files via clipboard or upload, supporting S3 and local storage.
  • Import/Export
    Transfer pages in Markdown and HTML formats to avoid vendor lock-in.
  • Multilingual Support
    Available in over 10 languages to cater to diverse teams.
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Pros

  • Open-Source and Free
    No licensing fees, with the flexibility to customize as needed.
  • Self-Hosted
    Maintain control over data and infrastructure.
  • User-Friendly Interface
    Intuitive design that facilitates easy adoption.
  • Active Community
    Engaged user base contributing to continuous improvement.

Cons

  • Beta Stage
    Currently in beta; users may encounter bugs or incomplete features.
  • Requires Technical Setup
    Initial deployment and configuration may need technical expertise.
  • Limited AI Integration
    AI features are under discussion and not yet fully implemented.

Tutorial

None

Pricing

Free & Paid Plan
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