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BookStack

by BookStack

Free, self-hosted documentation wiki.

Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
BookStack
Pricing
Open source — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Self Hosted, Web
Best for
Budget Conscious, It Teams
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2017
Headquarters
Open source

What is BookStack?

BookStack is a knowledge base tool from BookStack. BookStack is a free, open-source platform for organizing documentation.

BookStack uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.

It's best suited to budget-conscious, it-teams and runs on Self Hosted, Web.

Standout strengths include free & open source, simple structure, self-hostable. Worth weighing: self-host maintenance.

BookStack pricing

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Pros

  • Free & open source
  • Simple structure
  • Self-hostable

Cons

  • Self-host maintenance

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Frequently asked questions

What is BookStack?

BookStack is a free, open-source platform for organizing documentation.

How much does BookStack cost?

BookStack is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.

Does BookStack have a free trial?

BookStack offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does BookStack support?

BookStack is available on Self Hosted, Web.