Quick answer
Meerkat CRM is a free, open source project in the “Personal CRM” group, built with Go. It is released under MIT, has 295 GitHub stars, and its repository was last updated in Oct 2026. You can self-host it on your own server. Verified 14 October 2026.
Personal CRM
Meerkat CRM
Simple self-hosted CRM for your personal life.
GitHub stars
295
Last repo update
Oct 2026
License
MIT
Technology
Go
What is Meerkat CRM?
Meerkat CRM is a digital rolodex that reminds you of birthdays and keeps notes about contacts, such as family details and preferences.
Highlights
- Birthday and contact reminders
- Notes per contact
- Public demo available
- MIT license
Best for
Individuals who want a lightweight personal contact manager.
Self-Hosted (Open Source Edition)
Install on your own server • No per-user software fee • Full control & privacy
Self-Host on My Server →Try the Live demo
The project website links to a demo that starts on demand.
Try before you install →🏠 Self-Hosted Version
You download the source code and run it on your own server or VPS (for example Hostinger, AWS or DigitalOcean).
Installation
Docker Compose steps from the official README. Data is kept in mounted folders.
Open the official install guide →
Requirements: Docker.
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 →
🧪 Live demo
The project website links to a demo that starts on demand.
Open the demo →Demos are shared and may reset. Do not enter real customer 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
→ Try the demo, then get help to install
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 Meerkat CRM
Is Meerkat CRM free and open source?
Meerkat 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 Meerkat CRM use?
Meerkat CRM is built with Go.
Can I self-host Meerkat CRM?
Yes. You can download the source from the official GitHub repository and run it on your own server or VPS. Requirements: Docker.
Does Meerkat 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 Meerkat CRM best for?
Individuals who want a lightweight personal contact manager.
What are good alternatives to Meerkat CRM?
Similar open source projects in this directory include Monica, PingCRM, Twenty. Compare them in the Personal CRM 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.