OpenObserve.ai
OpenObserve.ai is an open source observability platform for logs, metrics, and traces with a focus on cost efficiency. · OpenObserve · Observability
Overview
OpenObserve.ai provides a unified, open source platform for collecting and analyzing logs, metrics, and traces, designed for easy self-hosting and cost efficiency.
Good fit
Use OpenObserve.ai when you need a free, self-hosted observability solution for logs, metrics, and traces with minimal resource requirements.
- self-hosted observability
- cost-sensitive teams
- open source projects
Not a fit
Avoid if you require a fully managed SaaS solution or need advanced enterprise features and support.
- need managed service
- require enterprise SLAs
Quickstart · 5 steps
- Install Docker and Docker Compose on your server.
- Clone the OpenObserve repository from GitHub.
- Run the provided Docker Compose file to start OpenObserve.
- Access the web UI at http://localhost:5080 and create your first user.
- Configure your applications to send logs or metrics to OpenObserve endpoints.
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