# YunoHost: Free Open Source Alternative to Cloudron, HomeKit, Umbrel

Canonical: https://caniforkit.com/fork/yunohost
Last updated: 2026-11-07

YunoHost (Open Source, Open Source) replaces Cloudron, HomeKit, Umbrel. Install and maintain your own server with minimal technical knowledge. Host websites, email, cloud storage, social networks, and more for complete digital independence.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: YunoHost
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://yunohost.org
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/yunohost/yunohost
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 3k
- **Runs On**: Self-host
- **Maintenance Status**: nov 2026
- **Platforms**: web, self-hosted, docker to self-host
- **Data Storage**: All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- **Installation**: Clone https://github.com/yunohost/yunohost or deploy with Docker Compose
- **Setup Requirements**: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- **The Catch / Limitation**: Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Cloudron.

## Paid SaaS Applications Replaced (3)
Replacing these paid tools with YunoHost saves up to $65/mo ($780/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Cloudron](https://caniforkit.com/cloudron) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Cloudron vs YunoHost](https://caniforkit.com/vs/cloudron-vs-yunohost) |
| [HomeKit](https://caniforkit.com/homekit) | [automation](https://caniforkit.com/category/automation) | $15/mo | [Compare HomeKit vs YunoHost](https://caniforkit.com/vs/homekit-vs-yunohost) |
| [Umbrel](https://caniforkit.com/umbrel) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Umbrel vs YunoHost](https://caniforkit.com/vs/umbrel-vs-yunohost) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is YunoHost free and open source?
YunoHost is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Install and maintain your own server with minimal technical knowledge. Host websites, email, cloud storage, social networks, and more for complete digital independence.

### What is the trade-off or limitation of using YunoHost?
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Cloudron.

## Related

- [Self-Hosted Open Source Directory](https://caniforkit.com/self-hosted)
- [All Paid SaaS Alternatives Index](https://caniforkit.com/alternatives)
- [Software Categories Directory](https://caniforkit.com/categories)
- [Homepage](https://caniforkit.com)