SCM Manager
SCM-Manager is the easiest way to share and manage Git, Mercurial, and Subversion repositories with lightweight installation, plugin extensibility, and no external dependencies.
About SCM Manager
SCM-Manager is an open source source code management tool designed to provide the easiest way to share and manage Git, Mercurial, and Subversion repositories. Originally created as a simpler alternative to complex enterprise systems, SCM-Manager has evolved into a lightweight yet powerful platform suitable for small to medium teams. The project is actively maintained by Cloudogu GmbH and licensed under AGPL-3.0.
SCM-Manager's philosophy centers on simplicity and ease of use. The platform requires no external dependencies like web servers, databases, or caches, making installation and maintenance straightforward. All configuration is managed through a web interface without editing configuration files. Despite its lightweight nature, SCM-Manager offers extensive functionality through a rich plugin ecosystem covering authentication, CI/CD integration, issue tracking, and more. The platform serves organizations seeking a hassle free self hosted solution that works out of the box.
Key Features
- Multi VCS Support: Native support for Git, Mercurial, and Subversion repositories managed through a single interface.
- Easy Installation: Simple installation on any platform including Docker, Kubernetes, Debian/Ubuntu, Red Hat/CentOS, and Windows.
- No Dependencies: No web servers, databases, or caches required. SCM-Manager is lightweight and self contained.
- Plugin System: Extensive plugin ecosystem for authentication, CI/CD, documentation, issue tracking, and workflow enhancement.
- Web Based Configuration: Complete configuration through the web interface without editing configuration files.
- Fine Grained Authorization: Granular permission model allowing precise control over user and group access.
- Flexible Authentication: Configurable authentication mechanisms including internal, LDAP, CAS, and OAuth.
- REST API: Rich Level 3 RESTful WebService for every function enabling easy integration with internal processes.
Pricing
- Open Source: Free Full featured SCM-Manager under AGPL-3.0 license, unlimited users and repositories, Git/Mercurial/SVN support, plugin ecosystem, community support.
Use Cases
- Small to medium teams needing simple self hosted version control
- Organizations wanting multi VCS support without complexity
- Teams seeking lightweight alternatives to heavy enterprise systems
- Docker and Kubernetes native deployments
- Rapid prototyping and development environments
- Educational institutions and non profits
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Extremely easy installation and setup
- No external dependencies required
- Supports Git, Mercurial, and Subversion
- Extensive plugin ecosystem for customization
- Web based configuration eliminates file editing
- Lightweight and resource efficient
- Completely open source under AGPL
Cons:
- Smaller user community than major platforms
- Plugin quality can vary
- Less enterprise features out of the box
- Requires self hosting expertise
- Smaller ecosystem of third party tools
Integrations
Jenkins, Travis CI, Docker, Kubernetes, LDAP, Active Directory, CAS, OAuth, REST API, Webhooks
FAQ
Last edited
March 7, 2026 at 4:33 AM by Venkatraman C
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