listmonk
Self-hosted newsletter and mailing list manager in a single binary with PostgreSQL.
A fast Go mailing list manager that stores data in PostgreSQL.
listmonk is a standalone, self-hosted newsletter and mailing list manager. It is a single binary that uses PostgreSQL. It suits teams with a list and a server who want campaigns without per-subscriber pricing.
What it is
The README says it is fast, feature-rich and packed into a single binary, with a Vue frontend and a Go backend. You can run it with the sample Docker Compose file or install the binary and a Postgres database.
Who it's for
It suits developers and ops people who can run PostgreSQL and a mail sender. It does not suit anyone who wants a website, paid subscriptions or a reader network handled for them.
Key features
Single binary
Backend in Go, frontend in Vue.
PostgreSQL store
All data lives in your database.
Docker Compose
Sample file starts the services together.
Idempotent upgrades
--upgrade can be run repeatedly safely.
Live demo
Try it at demo.listmonk.app first.
Config file
--new-config generates config.toml.
Up and running in 3 steps
Our honest verdict
What's great
- Single binary keeps the install small.
- Docker Compose file gets it running on port 9000.
- AGPL-3.0 code with no per-subscriber licence fee.
- Upgrades are idempotent, so rerunning them is safe.
Where it falls short
- You must run PostgreSQL and keep the server patched.
- AGPL-3.0 requires sharing changes if you offer it as a service.
- The README names no AI features or paid subscription billing.
Pricing & license
listmonk is free under AGPL-3.0. The README shows no paid hosted plan, so the only cost is running it yourself.
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FAQ
Is listmonk free?
Yes, under AGPL-3.0; you pay for the server and your sending provider.
What database does it need?
PostgreSQL, according to the README.
Is there a demo?
Yes, a live demo is linked from the README at demo.listmonk.app.
