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OpenPost

Open-source social scheduler with built-in image, carousel and video editors and a workflow canvas.

Schedule, design and edit in one app

Self-host with one Docker container and SQLite, or use the hosted version

Free forever · open source · AGPL-3.0
✓ Light setup✓ Browser-based✓ Real-time collaboration
7.3
ZEKAI
Scheduler with built-in editors
Free & open source · Marketing
Ease of setup6
Usefulness7
Maintenance9.5
Community6.5
★ 907
GITHUB
Nov 2026
UPDATED
AGPL-3.0
LICENSE
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⚡ Quick answer

OpenPost combines a post scheduler with an image and carousel designer and a video editor. It suits solo creators and small teams that want one self-hosted app instead of separate tools.

Runs on
Web
Hosting
Cloud or self-host
Languages
TypeScript
License
AGPL-3.0

What it is

You write posts, design images and carousels, edit video and schedule across 16 networks including Instagram, LinkedIn, X, TikTok, Mastodon and Bluesky. Workflows turn GitHub releases, RSS feeds or scheduled prompts into drafts, and an API, SDK, CLI, MCP and n8n node let scripts and agents post.

Who it's for

It suits creators and small teams comfortable with Docker. It does not suit anyone who needs a hosted service today, since the README says hosted signups are on a waitlist.

Key features

Built-in editors

Design images and carousels and edit video inside the scheduler.

16 networks

Includes Mastodon, Pixelfed, PeerTube, Lemmy and Discord alongside the big networks.

Workflow canvas

Turn GitHub releases, RSS feeds or prompts into reviewed drafts.

Auto repost

Set delays and engagement rules for native reposts.

API, SDK, CLI, MCP

Create drafts and check results from scripts, agents or n8n.

Workspaces

Keep brands and clients apart with passkeys and two-factor sign-in.

How to start

Up and running in 3 steps

1
Follow the Self-host section of the README to start OpenPost with Docker Compose.
2
Configure the integrations you need using the integrations guide on openpo.st.
3
Connect accounts, then write, design and schedule a first post.
Real talk

Our honest verdict

What's great

  • The default setup is one Docker container using SQLite and local media storage.
  • Covers fediverse networks that most schedulers skip.
  • AI writing is optional and can use a self-hosted setup.
  • Offers a TypeScript SDK, a CLI and an MCP server for automation.

Where it falls short

  • Some networks need provider app approval or publicly reachable media URLs before posting works.
  • Hosted signups were on a waitlist at the time of reading.
  • Posting formats, inbox features and analytics differ by network.
Cost

Pricing & license

Free under AGPL-3.0 when you self-host. A hosted OpenPost exists but the README says signups are on a waitlist.

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Questions

FAQ

Which database does it use?

The default setup uses SQLite inside one container, with local media storage.

Does it cost anything?

The software is free under AGPL-3.0; the project also runs a hosted version.

Can it post to Mastodon?

Yes. The README lists Mastodon, Pixelfed, PeerTube, Lemmy and PieFed among its integrations.

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