Self-hosted alternatives to Zoom
Self-hosted video conferencing, with no meeting time limit. Below are 10 open source options you host on your own server — with no monthly per-user fee and full control of your data.
Jitsi Meet
★ 29,476Jitsi Meet is a browser-based video conferencing platform, with nothing to install and no time limit. Self-hosted, it's the alternative to Zoom/Google Meet with rooms on your own server.
BigBlueButton
★ 9,159Supports real-time sharing of audio, video, slides (with whiteboard controls), chat, and the screen. Instructors can engage remote students with polling, emojis, and breakout rooms.
Janus
★ 9,116General-purpose, lightweight, minimalist WebRTC Server.
MiroTalk P2P
★ 4,601Simple, secure, fast real-time video conferences up to 4k and 60fps, compatible with all browsers and platforms.
Jitsi Video Bridge
★ 3,085WebRTC compatible Selective Forwarding Unit (SFU) that allows for multiuser video communication.
MiroTalk SFU
★ 3,017Simple, secure, scalable real-time video conferences up to 4k, compatible with all browsers and platforms.
Galene
★ 1,336Video conferencing server that is easy to deploy and that requires moderate server resources.
MiroTalk C2C
★ 511Real-time cam-2-cam video calls & screen sharing, end-to-end encrypted, to embed in any website with a simple iframe.
plugNmeet
★ 500Scalable and high performance web conferencing system.
TrueConf
Platform for your corporate communications, based on the advanced architecture, with support for UltraHD video conferencing, built-in messenger with personal and group chats, and a free version for up to 1,000 users.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a free self-hosted alternative to Zoom?
Yes. We've gathered 10 self-hosted, open source alternatives to Zoom — including Jitsi Meet, BigBlueButton, Janus. You run all of them on your own server.
What is the best open source alternative to Zoom?
Jitsi Meet is one of the most popular (29,476 GitHub stars). The "best" depends on your case — compare the options below.
Do I need a server to replace Zoom?
Yes. You can use a home server (homelab) or a cheap VPS (from ~€4/mo). See the hosting suggestions on this page.