Open Source Productivity Software
Productivity software organizes daily workflows and automates repetitive tasks through tools like virtual whiteboards, file synchronization, and remote desktop access. These tools help you manage markdown notes, sketch diagrams, and coordinate smart device automations in one place. This type of software serves individuals and teams who need to keep their project files and automation scripts on their own hardware. Self-hosting these apps ensures that sensitive documents and internal communication remain on local servers rather than on external cloud platforms.
This page lists 357 open source tools in the Productivity category. The most popular are n8n, PowerToys and Excalidraw. Most use the MIT or AGPL-3.0 license, and 251 offer an official Docker image.
- Automation55
- Bookmark & Content Management62
- Browsers & Extensions15
- Design & Prototyping10
- Design & Visualization11
- Email & Communication42
- File Management & Sync31
- Input & Dictation9
- Notes & Knowledge58
- Office Suites9
- Password & Secret Management9
- Remote Desktop & Access11
- Screen Capture & Recording14
- Time & Task Management48
JupyterLab
An extensible environment for interactive and reproducible computing based on the Jupyter Notebook and Architecture.
Seafile
A self-hosted cloud storage system for syncing and sharing files with integrated metadata management and collaborative editing.
Botpress
Build and deploy AI agents and chatbots using large language models with a focus on integrations.
LanguageTool
Detects grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors across more than 30 languages using open source proofreading rules.
Midday
A business management tool for freelancers to track time, organize financial documents, and manage bank transactions.
Electerm
A multi-protocol terminal and remote access client supporting ssh, sftp, rdp, vnc, and serial port connections.
Filestash
A storage agnostic file manager that connects to various protocols and backends via a plugin system.
Notesnook
An end to end encrypted note taking application with zero knowledge architecture and cross device synchronization.
Termix
Self-hosted server management platform for SSH terminal access, remote desktop control, and infrastructure monitoring.
Habitica
A habit building program that treats personal goals and tasks like a role playing game.
Automatisch
A self-hosted automation tool that connects various web services to automate business processes without requiring programming knowledge.
Stalwart Mail Server
A mail and collaboration server supporting IMAP, JMAP, SMTP, CalDAV, CardDAV, and WebDAV protocols.
Harper
An English grammar checker that analyzes text locally on the device to maintain data privacy and speed.
Zettlr
A markdown editor and publication workbench designed for academic writing and zettelkasten knowledge management.
mailcow
A dockerized mail server suite providing a complete groupware solution with integrated administration and security.
KeeWeb
Manage encrypted password vaults using a cross-platform interface compatible with standard KeePass database files.
Wallabag
A self-hosted web application that extracts and archives web pages for distraction-free reading at a later time.
Mealie
A self hosted recipe manager and meal planner with automated import capabilities and shopping list integration.
Toonflow-app
Convert stories and scripts into animated short dramas using an AI driven production pipeline.
eww
A standalone widget system for creating custom desktop interface elements within any window manager on Linux.
Note-gen
A cross-platform markdown note application that uses AI to transform raw captures into structured documentation.
Keep
Centralize alerts and automate incident responses using declarative workflows and AI powered correlation across monitoring tools.
HeroicGamesLauncher
Manage and launch games from Epic Games Store, GOG, and Amazon Games on multiple desktop platforms.
Shiori
A simple bookmark manager that provides both a web interface and a command line application.
Homer
A static homepage for servers that organizes services and links via a simple yaml configuration file.
Grist
A relational spreadsheet that combines database structure with spreadsheet flexibility for organized data management and analysis.
PairDrop
Transfer files and text between devices on local networks or over the internet using peer to peer technology.
Linkding
A minimal bookmark manager with automatic metadata fetching, website archiving, and multi-user support for self-hosted environments.
Blinko
A self-hosted card note taking application that uses retrieval augmented generation to search notes via natural language.
Typebot
Create and embed advanced visual chatbots with customizable themes, logic, integration options, and real‑time analytics.
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