What it does
OpenTickly offers a timer, project structure, tags, reports, and a public API compatible with Toggl-style workflows. The vendor describes the product as free and open source, with no seat limits or tiers and the same software for hosted and self-hosted deployments. Its repository identifies an AGPL-3.0 license. Self-hosting keeps time entries and project data on infrastructure the user manages.
OpenTickly is for individuals and teams wanting a Toggl-style project timer without per-seat licensing. The official site describes timers, projects, tags, reporting, and API compatibility, and says the hosted and self-hosted options use the same product without seat tiers. The public repository is AGPL-3.0 licensed. Self-hosting requires an operator to maintain the service and backups; the vendor’s positioning as private-first is a product claim, not an independent security audit.
Strengths
- Provides project timers, tags, reports, and a Toggl-compatible API.
- The vendor describes a free, open-source product with no seat limits and self-hosting.
Watch out for
- Self-hosting requires the team to manage infrastructure and data retention.
Best for
- Teams seeking a self-hosted alternative to per-seat time tracking
- Developers who want a Toggl-compatible API and control of project data
Sources
- Open-Source Time Tracking and Toggl Alternative | OpenTickly (Oct 26, 2026)
- CorrectRoadH/OpenTickly (Oct 26, 2026)