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chasquid vs Haraka: catalog facts
chasquidHaraka
Free

Free and open source under the Apache 2.0 licence.

Free

Free open-source software.

Linux, Self-hosted Linux, Self-hosted, Command line
  • Secure defaults that prevent open relays
  • Virtual domains with per-domain users and aliases
  • High performance SMTP handling
  • Flexible plugin system in JavaScript
  • Aimed at individuals and small groups rather than large deployments
  • Needs Dovecot or similar for mailbox access
  • Handles SMTP only; needs other software for mailbox access
  • Customisation requires JavaScript knowledge
Downloadable app, Self-hosted Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Open source Open source
License: Apache-2.0 License not stated
No account needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 2, 2026

Checked October 1, 2026

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