Making self-hosting accessible to everyone

vellis.cc was born from a simple observation: the best open source tools are often hidden behind technical jargon, complex forums, and developer-only tutorials. Our mission is to change that.

What guides us

Self-hosting, demystified

Taking back control of your data shouldn't require a degree in computer science. We explain each tool in plain words, with concrete use cases and clear benchmarks.

No developer skills needed

Our content is designed for the curious, the digital tinkerers, small teams — anyone who wants to understand without being spoken to in acronyms.

Privacy by default

Every tool we feature is open source and self-hostable. Your data stays with you, not in an opaque cloud. It's a choice, not a luxury.

Open source, open minded

We believe free software is a common good. Every project showcased here is free, transparent, and community-driven.

Who's behind vellis.cc?

A self-hosting and open source enthusiast, convinced that the most useful technology is the one you understand. vellis.cc is a personal project built to share discoveries and help others take the leap into self-hosting.

Ready to explore?

Browse our selection of open source tools, curated and explained for you.

See the tools