xsrv

What is xsrv?

xsrv is an open-source tool for installing and managing self-hosted services and applications on personal or organization-owned servers. It automates the deployment and configuration of web applications, enabling users to maintain greater control over their infrastructure and data compared to relying on third-party cloud providers. The tool is designed for system administrators, developers, and technical users who want to self-host services like websites, collaboration tools, and other web applications. xsrv handles the complex setup and maintenance tasks typically required for server management, reducing manual configuration work. Built with infrastructure-as-code principles, xsrv uses declarative configuration to define server state and desired services. This approach allows users to version-control their server configurations and reproduce environments consistently. The project maintains active development and adheres to core infrastructure security best practices, as evidenced by its CII Best Practices badge. The software is completely free and open source, with documentation available through ReadTheDocs and source code hosted on GitHub. It appeals to users prioritizing data sovereignty, customization flexibility, and independence from commercial hosting platforms, while accepting responsibility for server maintenance and security.