Looking for a Database Alternative?
Meet Dokuwiki
Easy to use, lightweight, standards-compliant wiki engine with a simple syntax allowing reading the data outside the wiki. All data is stored in plain text files, therefore no database is required.
See how much you could save by switching from Database to Dokuwiki
Average Database pricing is ~$15/user/month
5-Year Projected Savings
$0
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Database vs Dokuwiki: Feature Comparison
| Feature | Database Paid SaaS | Dokuwiki Open Source |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | Per-user pricing | Free (hosting only) |
| Data Ownership | ||
| Privacy Control | ||
| Self-Hosted Option | ||
| No Vendor Lock-in | ||
| Source Code Access | ||
| Customizable | Limited | Fully |
| Automatic Updates | Manual | |
| Managed Infrastructure | ||
| Official Support | Community |
Community activity and technical details from the Dokuwiki repository
License
GNU General Public License v2.0
Open source license for commercial use
Forks
910
Community-maintained copies
Primary Languages
Why Switch from Database to Dokuwiki?
Complete Data Ownership
Your data stays on your servers. No third-party access, no data mining, and full compliance with privacy regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.
No Per-User Pricing
Pay only for hosting (~$5-20/month), regardless of team size. Add unlimited users without increasing your costs.
Full Customization
Access the source code and customize Dokuwiki to fit your exact workflow. No feature limitations or paywalls.
No Vendor Lock-in
Export your data anytime. Move between hosting providers freely. Your business isn't dependent on a single vendor.
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