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Iceburg CRM is a free, open source project in the “Low-Code Platforms” group, built with PHP (Laravel). It is released under AGPL-3.0, has 228 GitHub stars, and its repository was last updated in Aug 2026. You can self-host it on your own server. Verified 14 October 2026.

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Iceburg CRM

Metadata-driven Laravel CRM builder with optional AI assist.

GitHub stars

228

Last repo update

Aug 2026

License

AGPL-3.0

Technology

PHP (Laravel)

What is Iceburg CRM?

Iceburg CRM lets you prototype and shape your own CRM from metadata, with a default business CRM and optional AI helpers.

Highlights

  • Metadata-driven modules
  • Optional AI builder
  • Laravel based
  • AGPL-3.0

Best for

Developers who want to model a custom CRM quickly.

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Self-Hosted (Open Source Edition)

Install on your own server • No per-user software fee • Full control & privacy

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Official Website & Docs

We did not find an official hosted plan in the project documentation. Read the docs before deciding.

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🏠 Self-Hosted Version

You download the source code and run it on your own server or VPS (for example Hostinger, AWS or DigitalOcean).

Installation

composer create-project iceburgcrm/iceburgcrm iceburgcrm
php artisan iceburg:seed

Composer install from the official README. A Docker option (`docker compose up -d --build`) is also documented.

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Requirements: PHP and Composer (Laravel). See the README for the supported versions.

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?

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🌐 Official Website & Documentation

We could not confirm an official hosted plan for Iceburg CRM 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.

Official website: iceburg.ca →

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 Iceburg CRM

Is Iceburg CRM free and open source?

Iceburg CRM 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 Iceburg CRM use?

Iceburg CRM is built with PHP (Laravel).

Can I self-host Iceburg CRM?

Yes. You can download the source from the official GitHub repository and run it on your own server or VPS. Requirements: PHP and Composer (Laravel). See the README for the supported versions.

Does Iceburg CRM 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 Iceburg CRM best for?

Developers who want to model a custom CRM quickly.

What are good alternatives to Iceburg CRM?

Similar open source projects in this directory include Corteza, Open Mercato, REBUILD. Compare them in the Low-Code Platforms 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.