2 Open Source Alternatives to Logseq

There are 2 open-source alternatives to Logseq in this directory. The most popular is Siyuan with 42.5k GitHub stars, followed by Silverbullet(5.0k stars). All are open source, free to use, and many can be self-hosted.

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Open-source alternatives to Logseq, ranked by GitHub stars
#ToolStarsLanguageLicense
1Siyuan

A privacy-first, self-hosted, fully open-source personal knowledge management software, written in TypeScript and Golang, ideal for organizing and managing your information securely.

42.5kTypeScriptGNU Affero General Public License v3.0
2Silverbullet

An open source personal productivity platform leveraging Markdown and empowered by Lua scripting, enabling fast, flexible note-taking, task management, and extensibility for knowledge management workflows.

5.0kTypeScriptMIT License

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best open-source alternatives to Logseq?

The top three are Siyuan(42.5k stars), Silverbullet(5.0k stars). All are open source and free to use.

Are these alternatives to Logseq free?

Yes. Every tool listed here is open source and free to use in your own projects. Many can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure, which means no subscription fees and full control over your data.

Can I self-host an alternative to Logseq?

Many of the alternatives listed are self-hostable. Each tool's page lists hosting details, system requirements, and licensing terms.

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