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
Pydio Cells
A file sharing and content collaboration platform for organizations built with a micro-service architecture.
Open Wearables
Unify health data from multiple wearable providers into a single API for analysis and automation.
Wayback
A web archiving and playback tool that captures and preserves web content via an IM-style interface.
Lotion
A desktop client for Notion that provides a multi-tab interface and custom themes for Linux users.
Zim
A graphical text editor for maintaining a collection of wiki pages stored as plain text files.
Piano Trainer
Practice piano scales, chords, and the circle of fifths with interactive MIDI keyboard support.
rclone-ui
A cross-platform graphical interface for managing rclone remotes and cloud storage tasks without using the command line.
SOGo
A collaboration suite providing webmail, calendaring, and address book management with support for open standards.
BetterShot
Capture, edit, and enhance screenshots and screen recordings with built-in annotation and beautification tools for macOS.
todometer
Manage daily tasks using a meter based interface with automated resets and external API integrations.
Corteza
A low-code platform for building CRM, business process applications, and structured data tools with automated workflows.
WildDuck
A scalable IMAP and POP3 mail server that uses a distributed database for email storage.
P3X OneNote
An independent desktop wrapper for OneNote that allows multiple account sessions on Linux and other platforms.
Enclosed
Send end-to-end encrypted notes and files using configurable expiration dates and automatic self-destruction options.
Notifuse
A self-hosted email platform for sending newsletters and transactional messages with a visual MJML editor.
Equinox
Create native dynamic wallpapers for macOS that change based on time, appearance, or solar position.
DevHub
A local offline utility collection for macOS providing text processing, code formatting, and security tools.
Retrom
A centralized game library management service for hosting DRM-free games and emulation configurations across multiple devices.
TidGi
A local-first knowledge management tool based on TiddlyWiki with integrated Git backup and blogging capabilities.
jotty·page
A self-hosted application for managing personal checklists and notes using a file-based storage system.
PsiTransfer
Self-hosted file sharing solution for transferring large files and text snippets without requiring user accounts.
Maza
Local ad blocker written in Bash that filters domains across all browsers and system software.
Bichon
A self-hosted email archiving server that downloads IMAP accounts and provides full-text search capabilities.
ClipCascade
Automatically syncs text, images, and files across multiple devices using end-to-end encryption and dual sync modes.
iRedMail
A complete mail server solution for mainstream Linux and BSD distributions with comprehensive email management capabilities.
Chalk.ist
Generates customizable images of source code for use in technical documentation, presentations, and social media posts.
OpenRemote
An open source IoT platform for device management, asset tracking, and automation via a rules engine.
Beaver Habit Tracker
A self-hosted application for tracking daily habits and streaks without the use of goals.
TeamPass
A collaborative password management solution designed for on-premise installation and shared access across professional teams.
TimeTagger
Track time using a tag based system with an interactive timeline and detailed reporting capabilities.
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