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OpenProject

Professional Services Automation

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Mar 20, 2026Last commit

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OpenProject is the leading free and open source project management software with a focus on data security and privacy. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Berlin, Germany, OpenProject supports classic, agile, and hybrid project management methodologies throughout the entire project lifecycle. OpenProject serves organizations ranging from small teams to large enterprises, educational institutions, government agencies, and businesses worldwide for managing projects of all sizes.
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Key Features

Project Planning & Gantt Charts

Create collaborative project plans with interactive Gantt charts and timeline visualization for better project scheduling

Agile & Scrum Boards

Kanban boards and agile methodology support for efficient team organization and clear project progress visualization

Time Tracking & Reporting

Comprehensive time and cost tracking with detailed reporting capabilities for project analysis and billing

Team Collaboration

Work packages, task assignment, and team communication tools for seamless collaboration across projects

Data Security & Privacy

On-premises hosting options with complete data control, GDPR compliance, and European data protection standards

Open Source Flexibility

GNU GPL v3 licensed software with transparent development, full source code access, and customization freedom

Pros and Cons

Pros

Open Source & Free Community Edition

Completely free community version with full source code access and no vendor lock-in

Comprehensive Project Management

Supports classic, agile, and hybrid project management methodologies in one platform

Strong Data Privacy & Security

On-premises hosting options, GDPR compliant, EU-based servers, complete data control

Professional Support Available

Enterprise editions include professional support, training, and customer success management

Active Development Community

Strong open source community with regular updates and transparent development process

Cons

Learning Curve for New Users

Can be complex for teams new to project management software, especially for advanced features

Limited Third-Party Integrations

Fewer integrations compared to some commercial alternatives, though API access is available

Enterprise Features Require Payment

Advanced features like LDAP sync, custom fields, and premium support require paid licenses

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