Uptime Kuma

Observability & Analytics
Open-Source Alternative:Replaces Datadog / Better Uptime(Self-hostable, zero vendor lock-in, zero telemetry)
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About & Core Purpose

Self-hosted monitoring tool like Uptime Robot with modern dashboard and notifications across 90+ services.

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Self-Hostable Docker Compose Recipe

services:
  uptime-kuma:
    image: louislam/uptime-kuma:1
    container_name: uptime-kuma
    restart: always
    ports:
      - "3001:3001"
    volumes:
      - ./uptime-kuma-data:/app/data

💡 Save as docker-compose.yml and execute docker compose up -d to run locally.

Free Tier100% Free & Open Source MIT
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Self-HostableYes (Docker)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Uptime Kuma

What is Uptime Kuma?

Self-hosted monitoring tool like Uptime Robot with modern dashboard and notifications across 90+ services.

Is Uptime Kuma free and open-source?

100% Free & Open Source MIT License is not listed.

How do I install or run Uptime Kuma?

See the official setup documentation: https://github.com/louislam/uptime-kuma.

What proprietary tool does Uptime Kuma replace?

Uptime Kuma is listed as an alternative to Datadog / Better Uptime. Compare its documented features and terms for your use case.

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