Docmost

Docmost is an open-source, self-hosted collaborative wiki and documentation platform designed for teams to build and maintain internal knowledge bases. The software is deployed as a web application on a server, providing a centralized location for company documentation that remains under the control of the organization.

Users organize information into dedicated spaces, which allow for the logical separation of different projects or departments. The platform supports real-time editing, allowing multiple contributors to work on the same document simultaneously. This makes it a viable tool for technical documentation, employee onboarding manuals, and project tracking. It includes support for multiple languages through a localization system integrated with Crowdin.

Key features

• Real-time collaboration for simultaneous document editing
• Diagramming support via Draw.io, Excalidraw, and Mermaid
• Space-based organization for content categorization
• Permissions management and group administration
• Page history tracking for version control
• Integrated search functionality for quick information retrieval
• File attachments and external embeds for Airtable, Loom, and Miro
• Translation support for over 10 languages
• Commenting system for team feedback on specific pages

The architecture separates core functionality from enterprise-specific features. The core version is licensed under AGPL 3.0, while an Enterprise Edition provides additional capabilities for larger organizations. The system integrates with external tools for diagrams and embeds, making it suitable for technical teams that need to combine long-form text with visual flowcharts or external data sources. By utilizing a server-based deployment, it ensures that sensitive internal data is not stored on third-party cloud infrastructure unless the cloud version is specifically chosen.

Docmost is a scalable documentation tool for organizations requiring a self-hosted wiki with granular access controls and collaborative editing capabilities.