Quick answer
Bottle CRM is a free, open source project in the “Modern / Developer-First” group, built with Python (Django), SvelteKit. It is released under MIT, has 2,447 GitHub stars, and its repository was last updated in Oct 2026. You can self-host it on your own server. An official hosted or managed option exists: Managed hosting. Verified 14 October 2026.
Modern / Developer-First
Bottle CRM
Open source CRM for startups and enterprises built with Django and SvelteKit.
GitHub stars
2,447
Last repo update
Oct 2026
License
MIT
Technology
Python (Django), SvelteKit
What is Bottle CRM?
Bottle CRM (the Django-CRM project) offers a Django backend with a SvelteKit frontend and can be self-hosted.
Highlights
- Django and SvelteKit stack
- MIT license
- Self-hostable
- Active development
Best for
Python teams that want a permissively licensed CRM.
Self-Hosted (Open Source Edition)
Install on your own server • No per-user software fee • Full control & privacy
Self-Host on My Server →Use Managed hosting
The project says managed hosting is available. See their website for current plans.
See hosted option →🏠 Self-Hosted Version
You download the source code and run it on your own server or VPS (for example Hostinger, AWS or DigitalOcean).
Installation
From the official README. It also documents the login and demo-data steps.
Open the official install guide →
Requirements: Docker and Docker Compose.
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 →
☁️ Managed hosting
The project says managed hosting is available. See their website for current plans.
Visit Managed hosting →How to start:
- Open the official page above.
- Compare the plans and what each one includes.
- Check that you can export your data before you move in.
- Invite your team once you are happy.
Pricing
We do not quote prices here because they change often. See the current plans on the official site.
Self-Hosted vs Managed hosting
| Factor | Self-Hosted | Managed hosting |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | No software fee for the open edition. You pay for hosting. | Plan price set by the provider. See their site. |
| 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
→ Start with Managed hosting
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 Bottle CRM
Is Bottle CRM free and open source?
Bottle CRM is released under MIT. 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 Bottle CRM use?
Bottle CRM is built with Python (Django), SvelteKit.
Can I self-host Bottle CRM?
Yes. You can download the source from the official GitHub repository and run it on your own server or VPS. Requirements: Docker and Docker Compose.
Does Bottle CRM have a hosted or cloud version?
Managed hosting: The project says managed hosting is available. See their website for current plans.
Who is Bottle CRM best for?
Python teams that want a permissively licensed CRM.
What are good alternatives to Bottle CRM?
Similar open source projects in this directory include Twenty, Frappe CRM, Atomic CRM. Compare them in the Modern / Developer-First 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.