Open-source alternatives to GitHub

Need pull requests and issues without sending every repo to a public cloud? Lightweight self-hosted Git forges are fast to run and easy to back up. Launch a trial forge and push a sample repository over HTTPS.

Free trial — no card required to start
Real HTTPS URL while you evaluate
Tear down anytime; keep or upgrade later

Curated alternatives

Gitea

Forge software development package

Dev tools Git

Lightweight self-hosted Git hosting.

Coming soon

Forgejo

Lightweight software forge

Dev tools Git

Community-driven Git forge, Gitea soft-fork.

Gogs

Painless self-hosted git service

Dev tools Git

Painless self-hosted Git service.

How to switch

1
Pick an app
Choose the alternative that best matches how you use GitHub.
2
Launch a free trial
Get a real HTTPS instance in minutes — no local Docker required.
3
Keep or upgrade
If it fits, claim the trial and continue. If not, tear it down and try another option.

FAQ

Are these full GitHub replacements?

They cover Git hosting, PRs, and issues well. Actions/CI and marketplace ecosystems differ — pair with your own runners if needed.

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