Bridgy vs Talkyard
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted apps from related categories — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Bridgy
Connect personal websites to social networks
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Talkyard
Community forum combining discussion, chat and Q&A
| Feature | Bridgy | Talkyard |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Social Networks | Forums & Community |
| License | CC0-1.0 | AGPL-3.0 |
| Language | Python | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Hard | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 2,048 MB |
| Deployment | source | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 836 | ★ 1,811 |
| First released | 2013 | 2016 |
| Replaces | Disqus, Hosted social embeds | Discourse, Disqus |
Why pick each one
Choose Bridgy if…
- Released under the CC0-1.0 license
- Written in Python
- Tiny footprint — runs in 256 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Bridgy or Talkyard better?
Talkyard is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler medium setup. Consider Bridgy if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Bridgy and Talkyard free and open-source?
Yes. Bridgy is licensed under CC0-1.0 and Talkyard under AGPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Bridgy and Talkyard with Docker?
Bridgy: check the project docs for container support. Talkyard: yes.