GitHub Alternatives

One of the most popular alternatives to GitHub is GitLab, which is open source with a free version. Other popular alternatives are Codeberg, Forgejo, Gitea and GitHub Desktop. Version Control Systems like GitHub are a crowded field, with more than 100 alternatives for the web, self-hosting, Linux, Mac and Windows.

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Most GitHub alternatives are Version Control Systems, but you can also narrow the list to Source Code Hosting Services or Issue Tracking Systems. Other popular filters are Europe, Self-Hosted, Open Source, Android and EU. You can also filter for EU-based alternatives if you prefer software from the European Union.
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  1. RhodeCode icon

    RhodeCode

     25 likes

    Fast and powerful management tool for SVN, Mercurial, and GIT with a built in push/pull server and full text search and code-review. It works on http/https and has a built in permission/authentication system with the ability to authenticate via LDAP or ActiveDirectory.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • PL flagPoland
    • European Union flagEU
    RhodeCode screenshot 1
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  2. Git Disroot icon

    Git Disroot

     9 likes

    A Git instance powered by Forgejo (a free and open-source self-hostable Git software), hosted by Disroot, an organization funded by donations and based on principles of freedom, privacy, federation and decentralization.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    Landing page
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    Backlog

    Cloud-based platform combining project management, issue tracking, code collaboration, bug management, real-time dashboards, Gantt charts, Kanban boards, burndown charts, and team workspace for progress and sprint tracking withou...

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  6. Codebahn icon

    Codebahn

     5 likes

    Focused Git code hosting with CI, artifact registry, issue tracking, Forgejo-based features, web, terminal and AI agent interfaces, transparent EU-only infrastructure, capacity-based pricing, flat storage rates, one-click export, and flexible build options.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • SE flagSweden
    • European Union flagEU
    Codebahn screenshot 1
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  7. Planio icon

    Planio

     8 likes

    Ship awesome Software! Planio is your all-in-one platform, complete with Issue Tracking, Project Management, Version Control, Help Desk, Wikis and Chat.

    120 Planio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Redmine
    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU
    Planio screenshot 1
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  9. Azure DevOps Server icon

    Azure DevOps Server

     4 likes

    Azure DevOps Server is a set of collaborative software development tools for the entire team, hosted on-premises. Azure DevOps Server integrates with your existing IDE or editor to help your cross-functional team work effectively on projects of all sizes.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Microsoft Azure
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  10. Apache Allura icon

    Apache Allura

     15 likes

    Apache Allura is an open source implementation of a software forge, a web site that manages source code repositories, bug reports, discussions, wiki pages, blogs, and more for any number of individual projects.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
    • US flagUnited States
    git
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  11. RepoStore icon

    RepoStore

     4 likes

    Explore apps published on GitHub, view release details, and install APKs instantly — all in one place. Developed using pure Kotlin, optimized for modern Android devices.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
    • IN flagIndia
    RepoStore screenshot 1
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  12. AWS CodeCommit icon

    AWS CodeCommit

     Like

    AWS CodeCommit is a managed source control repository that makes it easier for teams to securely collaborate on code with contributions encrypted in transit and at rest.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Amazon Web Services
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • US flagUnited States
    AWS CodeCommit screenshot 1
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  13. DAGsHub icon

    DAGsHub

     2 likes

    DAGsHub is a web platform based on open source tools, optimized for data science and oriented towards the open source community.

    It is a central location where projects can be hosted, discovered, and collaborated on by contributors.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  14. GForge icon

    GForge

     4 likes

    An all-in-one DevOps platform combining issue tracking, Git/SVN repositories, wikis, CI/CD, and release management—available as SaaS or on-premise for teams that want one integrated solution.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Docker
    • US flagUnited States
    Sprint dashboard showing progress bar, burndown chart, and task list with priorities and status tracking.
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  15. GitGud.io icon

    GitGud.io

     4 likes

    GitGud.io is a free Git hosting site powered by GitLab, hosted by Sapphire. Sign up for FREE, via Sapphire Accounts

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Git
    • US flagUnited States
    GitGud.io screenshot 1
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