WeKan is a free alternative to Trello.
WeKan is an open-source, self-hosted kanban board for task and project management.
- for
- Teams needing a customizable, privacy-focused kanban solution.
- pricing
- open source
- license
- MIT
Key features
- Boards — Create multiple boards with columns and cards to visualise work stages.
- Lists — Organise workflow stages as draggable lists, with custom colors and fields.
- Cards — Add tasks with titles, descriptions, due dates, labels, files, checklists and comments.
- Access controls — Set board-level or user-level permissions to limit view and edit rights.
- Self-hosting — Run WeKan on your own infrastructure for full data control and customization.
Use cases
- Team sprint planning with visual task columns.
- Project tracking across multiple departments using separate boards.
- Personal to-do lists with due dates and checklists.
- Secure internal workflow management with role-based access.
WeKan vs alternatives
 WeKan |  Planka |  Trello | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Self-hosted kanban boards | Self-hosted kanban boards | Hosted kanban boards |
| Pricing | Open source | Free | Subscription |
| DevHunt upvotes | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Launched | — | — | — |
- WeKan vs Planka: Planka is also self-hosted but focuses on a different UI/UX design.
- WeKan vs Trello: Trello is a hosted SaaS solution, whereas WeKan is self-hosted and open source.
WeKan FAQ
Is WeKan free to use?+
Yes, WeKan is released under the MIT License and can be used and modified freely.
Can I host WeKan on my own server?+
Yes, WeKan provides a self-hosting option that gives you full control over your data.
How does WeKan handle security?+
The source code is open for audit, and it includes access controls and a security-focused design.
What kind of task details can I add to a card?+
Cards can include a title, description, due date, labels, files, checklists and comments.
Is commercial support available?+
WeKan offers a commercial support option for organizations that need professional assistance.
Summarized by DevHunt from wekan.fi · Oct 7, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
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