# habitat

> A free, open-source platform you host yourself for neighbors to talk about local spots and happenings using map-aware feeds.

- **Category:** Social Networks & Forums
- **Licence:** AGPL-3.0
- **Latest version:** 1.7.1
- **Open source:** oss
- **Languages:** PHP, Twig
- **Platforms:** Docker Compose, Linux
- **Tags:** PostgreSQL, Social Network, Symfony, Decentralized, Geolocation, Maps, Docker, Php, Dark mode, Self Hosted, Location, Social platform, Decentralization, Decentralisation, Decentralised, Location Based, Hyperlocal, Local Community

## Description

Habitat is a free and open-source self-hosted social platform designed for local communities. Each instance serves a specific geographic area where residents can discuss local places, events, and topics through location-aware feeds. Users can create posts with categories, photos, and map locations, while moderators and administrators have tools for user management, content moderation, announcements, and registration challenges as an alternative to CAPTCHA. The platform is built with PHP/Symfony and runs via Docker Compose with a PostgreSQL database and Caddy for HTTPS. It supports dark mode, responsive mobile layouts, and optional S3 storage for uploads. There are no ads, tracking, or central authority — each instance is independently operated.

## Links

- [Homepage](https://github.com/carlnewton/habitat)
- [Website](https://gethabitat.org)
- [Docker](carlnewton/habitat)
- [Documentation](https://gethabitat.org/what-is-habitat.html)
- [Docker Hub](https://hub.docker.com/r/carlnewton/habitat)
- [Screenshots](https://gethabitat.org/screenshots.html)
- [Features for Users](https://gethabitat.org/features/for-users.html)
- [Features for Moderators](https://gethabitat.org/features/for-moderators.html)
- [Features for Administrators](https://gethabitat.org/features/for-administrators.html)
- [Troubleshooting](https://gethabitat.org/troubleshooting.html)
- [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/carlnewton/habitat)

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