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docker-mailserver vs chasquid: catalog facts
docker-mailserverchasquid
Free

Free and open source.

Free

Free and open source under the Apache 2.0 licence.

Linux, Self-hosted Linux, Self-hosted
  • Whole mail stack in one container
  • Built-in antispam and antivirus
  • Secure defaults that prevent open relays
  • Virtual domains with per-domain users and aliases
  • No webmail or graphical admin interface
  • Needs Docker and DNS knowledge to run well
  • Aimed at individuals and small groups rather than large deployments
  • Needs Dovecot or similar for mailbox access
Self-hosted Downloadable app, Self-hosted
Open source Open source
License not stated License: Apache-2.0
No account needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 24, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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