Quick answer
Axelor Open Suite is a free, open source project in the “ERP + CRM Suites” group, built with Java, PostgreSQL. It is released under AGPL-3.0, has 980 GitHub stars, and its repository was last updated in Oct 2026. You can self-host it on your own server. Verified 14 October 2026.
ERP + CRM Suites
Axelor Open Suite
Open source ERP and CRM suite on the Axelor Open Platform.
GitHub stars
980
Last repo update
Oct 2026
License
AGPL-3.0
Technology
Java, PostgreSQL
What is Axelor Open Suite?
Axelor Open Suite provides CRM, sales, accounting, HR and production modules built on a Java platform.
Highlights
- CRM, sales and accounting modules
- Java platform
- Configurable with low-code tools
- AGPL-3.0
Best for
Mid-sized companies with Java skills.
Self-Hosted (Open Source Edition)
Install on your own server • No per-user software fee • Full control & privacy
Self-Host on My Server →Official Website & Docs
We did not find an official hosted plan in the project documentation. Read the docs before deciding.
Open the docs →🏠 Self-Hosted Version
You download the source code and run it on your own server or VPS (for example Hostinger, AWS or DigitalOcean).
Installation
Axelor Open Suite is installed together with the Open Suite web app (this repository is a module of it). Follow the official installation guide.
Open the official install guide →
Requirements: A Java environment and a PostgreSQL database.
Commands above come from the project's own documentation (checked 14 October 2026). Versions change, so confirm against the official guide before running anything on a production server.
Need a server to host it?
Docker, Node, Python, Java and similar stacks usually need a VPS where you can install your own software. A small VPS is enough to start, and you can upgrade later. Hostinger offers both shared web hosting and VPS plans.
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Before real customers go in: read the security and backup checklist →
🌐 Official Website & Documentation
We could not confirm an official hosted plan for Axelor Open Suite in its documentation. Self-hosting is the main route.
Third-party providers may offer managed hosting. Always check their terms and that you can export your data.
Self-Hosted vs Hosted by Someone Else
| Factor | Self-Hosted | Managed / third-party |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | No software fee for the open edition. You pay for hosting. | Depends on the provider you choose. |
| Data privacy & control | Data stays on your server. | Data lives on the provider's servers. |
| Maintenance | You install updates and run backups. | The provider handles it. |
| Best for | Teams with a developer or sysadmin, and data-sensitive companies. | Teams who want a fast start and no server work. |
No technical person on the team
→ Ask a developer or managed host to set it up
Avoid running a server you cannot maintain.
Team with a developer or sysadmin
→ Self-Hosted
Lower running cost and full customization.
Data-sensitive or regulated work
→ Self-Hosted on your own server
You decide where data lives and who can access it.
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Frequently asked questions about Axelor Open Suite
Is Axelor Open Suite free and open source?
Axelor Open Suite is released under AGPL-3.0. Always read the LICENSE file in the official repository before you use, modify or redistribute it. License details were verified on 14 October 2026.
What technology does Axelor Open Suite use?
Axelor Open Suite is built with Java, PostgreSQL.
Can I self-host Axelor Open Suite?
Yes. You can download the source from the official GitHub repository and run it on your own server or VPS. Requirements: A Java environment and a PostgreSQL database.
Does Axelor Open Suite have a hosted or cloud version?
We could not confirm an official hosted plan in the project documentation. Check the official website for the latest options.
Who is Axelor Open Suite best for?
Mid-sized companies with Java skills.
What are good alternatives to Axelor Open Suite?
Similar open source projects in this directory include Odoo Community, ERPNext, IDURAR ERP CRM. Compare them in the ERP + CRM Suites group.
Data verified 14 October 2026 from the project's public repository and documentation. Details change, so check the official sources. See our disclaimer. Found a mistake? Tell us.