Sandstorm

What is Sandstorm?

Sandstorm is an open source personal server platform designed to make self-hosting web applications accessible and secure. Built by a community of volunteers, it functions as a security-hardened web app package manager that simplifies the process of running open source software on your own infrastructure. The platform enables users to install and manage a variety of productivity applications from a centralized dashboard. Common use cases include document creation, spreadsheet management, task organization, and team communication through applications like Wekan, Davros, and Rocket.Chat. Each app runs in an isolated, sandboxed environment, providing security isolation between applications. Sandstorm is designed for individuals and teams who prefer to maintain control over their data and infrastructure rather than rely on third-party cloud services. It appeals to users with varying technical expertise by abstracting away much of the complexity traditionally associated with server administration and application deployment. The project is entirely open source and free to use, with source code available on GitHub. Sandstorm handles the underlying security and package management concerns, allowing users to focus on deploying and using applications rather than managing server configurations and dependencies. The platform removes barriers to self-hosting by combining package management, security sandboxing, and a user-friendly interface in a single system.