DEV.co
Open-Source CRM · ever-co

ever-gauzy

Ever Gauzy is an open-source business management platform covering ERP, CRM, HRM, ATS, and project management. Built in TypeScript, it offers time tracking, employee monitoring, accounting, invoicing, and multi-organization support. Available as web, server, or desktop applications.

Source: GitHub — github.com/ever-co/ever-gauzy
3.8k
GitHub stars
784
Forks
TypeScript
Primary language
AGPL-3.0
License (OSI-approved)

Key facts

Objective fields from the source. Values we can't verify are shown as “Unknown” rather than guessed.

FieldValue
Repositoryever-co/ever-gauzy
Ownerever-co
Primary languageTypeScript
LicenseAGPL-3.0 — OSI-approved
Stars3.8k
Forks784
Open issues432
Latest releasev111.0.11 (2026-07-04)
Last updated2026-07-08
Sourcehttps://github.com/ever-co/ever-gauzy

What ever-gauzy is

TypeScript-based full-stack platform with headless APIs, supporting SQLite and PostgreSQL backends, desktop apps (Windows/Mac/Linux), and web UI. Provides REST APIs documented at api.gauzy.co/docs and integrates with Upwork, HubStaff, and other services.

Quickstart

Get the ever-gauzy source

Clone the repository and explore it locally.

terminalbash
git clone https://github.com/ever-co/ever-gauzy.gitcd ever-gauzy# follow the project's README for install & configuration

Need it deployed, integrated, or customized instead? DEV.co ships production installs.

Best use cases

Mid-market agencies and studios

Multi-organization support, team management, time tracking, invoicing, and project management make it suitable for agencies managing multiple clients and internal departments.

On-demand and freelance businesses

Employee monitoring, time tracking, productivity analytics, and financial management (accounting, billing, expenses) address gig economy and contractor-heavy operations.

Organizations requiring offline-first or self-hosted deployment

Desktop apps and server installations with SQLite/PostgreSQL support enable deployment without cloud dependency or internet connectivity requirements.

Implementation considerations

  • AGPL-3.0 license: any modifications or network-exposed deployments must make source code available. Review license compliance with legal/procurement before deployment.
  • Architecture spans frontend, API, database, and optional desktop clients—requires decisions on deployment topology (self-hosted server, desktop app, or cloud).
  • Demo environment resets daily; staging and production environments available, but SaaS (app.gauzy.co) is in Alpha—consider self-hosted for production data.
  • Active development (latest release v111.0.11, last push 2026-07-08); 432 open issues suggest ongoing work but may indicate stability concerns—review issue tracker before committing.
  • Multi-currency, multi-language, and role-based access control are built-in; verify they align with your localization and compliance requirements.

When to avoid it — and what to weigh

  • You need enterprise SaaS guarantees — SaaS at app.gauzy.co is explicitly marked Alpha/testing mode. Production SaaS reliability and uptime SLAs are not stated.
  • You require proprietary or permissive licensing — AGPL-3.0 requires source code disclosure and derivative works to remain open-source. Commercial closed-source deployments require separate licensing review.
  • Your team lacks DevOps/deployment expertise — Self-hosted, multi-component architecture (API, DB, frontend, desktop apps) requires operational overhead; no managed hosting option documented.
  • You need vendor-backed support contracts — Community-driven project with no documented commercial support, SLAs, or vendor support offerings described in available material.

License & commercial use

AGPL-3.0 (GNU Affero General Public License v3.0). This is a strong copyleft license: any use over a network (including SaaS) requires source code disclosure and derivative works must remain open-source. Commercial use is possible only if you comply with AGPL terms or obtain a separate proprietary license from the maintainer.

Commercial use is permitted under AGPL-3.0 provided you: (1) disclose source code to users, (2) license any modifications under AGPL-3.0, and (3) provide access to modified source if the software is network-accessible. If your business model requires proprietary deployment or closed-source modifications, contact the maintainer (ever-co) to discuss alternative licensing. SaaS offering (app.gauzy.co) is currently Alpha—not recommended for production commercial use without explicit clarification.

DEV.co evaluation signals

Editorial assessment — not user reviews. Directional, with an explicit confidence level.

SignalAssessment
MaintenanceActive
DocumentationAdequate
License clarityClear
Deployment complexityModerate
DEV.co fitGood
Assessment confidenceHigh
Security considerations

AGPL-3.0 requires source review before deployment. No formal security audit, vulnerability disclosure policy, or threat model provided in available material. Role-based access control and multi-organization isolation are mentioned but implementation rigor is unknown. Self-hosted deployments require securing API endpoints, database, and authentication layer (no details on credential management or encryption provided). Verify compliance with your data protection requirements (GDPR, HIPAA, etc.) before production use.

Alternatives to consider

Odoo

LGPL open-source ERP/CRM/HRM with stronger ecosystem, commercial support, and cloud/on-prem options. Larger community and broader third-party integrations.

Frappe/ERPNext

AGPL open-source ERP with strong documentation, Indian-market focus, and active commercial backing. Better suited for large multi-tenant deployments.

Nextcloud + ecosystem

Modular open-source platform (AGPL/commercial licensing) focused on file sync, contacts, calendar. Less feature-complete for ERP/HRM but simpler deployment and strong privacy positioning.

Software development agency

Build on ever-gauzy with DEV.co software developers

Test Gauzy with the free online demo at demo.gauzy.co (login: [email protected] / admin). For production evaluation, consider a self-hosted Server or Desktop App deployment. Contact your legal team to review AGPL-3.0 compliance and commercial licensing options.

Talk to DEV.co

Related open-source tools

Surfaced by semantic similarity across the DEV.co open-source index.

Related on DEV.co

Explore the category and the services that help you build with it.

ever-gauzy FAQ

Can I use Gauzy for commercial business without open-sourcing my modifications?
No, unless you obtain a proprietary license from ever-co. AGPL-3.0 requires any modifications and network-accessible code to be disclosed under the same license. Contact the maintainer for commercial licensing options.
Is the SaaS at app.gauzy.co production-ready?
No. It is explicitly stated to be in Alpha/testing mode. For production, deploy Gauzy Server or Desktop App on your own infrastructure.
What databases does Gauzy support?
SQLite (default, included in Server/Desktop apps) and PostgreSQL (external). Other databases are not documented.
Is there a managed hosting or professional support option?
Not documented in the provided material. The project is community-driven. Commercial support arrangements would require direct engagement with ever-co.

Custom software development services

DEV.co is a software development agency delivering custom software development services to companies building on open source. Our software developers and web developers design, integrate, and ship production systems — spanning web development, APIs, AI, data, and cloud. If ever-gauzy is part of your open-source crm roadmap, our team can implement, customize, migrate, and maintain it.

Ready to Evaluate Gauzy for Your Organization?

Test Gauzy with the free online demo at demo.gauzy.co (login: [email protected] / admin). For production evaluation, consider a self-hosted Server or Desktop App deployment. Contact your legal team to review AGPL-3.0 compliance and commercial licensing options.