Open Source Alternatives to Zendesk
Chatwoot
Open-source customer engagement platform
★ 37,836 Updated: Oct 2026 Status: Active
UVdesk
An open-source helpdesk system built on Symfony.
★ 19,631 Updated: Oct 2026 Status: Active
Papercups
Open-source live chat built to give startups an escape hatch from Intercom pricing
★ 6,116 Updated: Feb 2024 Status: Inactive
Zammad
A web based open source helpdesk/customer support system.
★ 6,013 Updated: Oct 2026 Status: Active
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FreeScout
Self-hosted shared mailbox and helpdesk
★ 4,599 Updated: Oct 2026 Status: Active
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osTicket
Widely used support ticket system
★ 3,985 Updated: Jun 2026 Status: Active
Peppermint
A lightweight ticketing system that runs happily on a Raspberry Pi
★ 3,160 Updated: Sep 2025 Status: Archived
Helpy
Open source helpdesk software for secure, multi-channel support.
★ 2,469 Updated: Mar 2023 Status: Inactive
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Handesk
Laravel helpdesk and lead management app
★ 1,449 Updated: Aug 2025 Status: Slowing
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Faveo Helpdesk
Laravel-based ticketing system
★ 1,255 Updated: Oct 2026 Status: Active
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OpenSupports
Simple ticket system for customer support
★ 1,038 Updated: Apr 2024 Status: Inactive
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Eventum
Issue tracking system with email integration
★ 162 Updated: Nov 2025 Status: Slowing