Coolify
- About
- Self-hostable Heroku & Netlify alternative.
- Catalogue
- No. 015
- Category
- Development
- Founded
- 2021, Hungary
- GitHub stars
- ★ 63k

Overview
Coolify is an open-source and self-hostable application deployment platform. It provides an intuitive interface for deploying applications, databases, and services, offering a user-friendly alternative to platforms like Heroku and Netlify.
What it does well
Coolify simplifies the deployment process with its one-click installations and automatic SSL configuration. It supports various programming languages and frameworks, offers built-in database management, and provides easy scaling options. Being self-hosted, it gives users full control over their data and infrastructure, ensuring privacy and customization options.
Why it’s in the collection
Coolify stands out for its ease of use combined with powerful features. It's designed to be self-hosted, giving developers and organizations complete control over their deployment infrastructure. The platform supports a wide range of technologies and offers a user-friendly interface, making it accessible for both beginners and experienced developers. Its open-source nature means it's constantly improving with community contributions, and it's free to use without limitations.
On GitHub
- Stars
- 62,950
- Forks
- 5,654
- Commits
- 17,789
- Repository
- coollabsio/coolify
Languages
- PHP 71.5%
- Blade 25.7%
- Shell 1.2%
- Vue 0.9%
Compared with
HerokuPopular cloud platform, but can be expensive and lacks self-hosting options.
NetlifyGreat for static sites and serverless functions, but less flexible for full-stack applications.
CapRoverAnother self-hosted PaaS, but with a steeper learning curve.
DokkuNo. 061Minimal Docker-powered PaaS, but requires more manual configuration.
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