Firefox Account Server vs Shaarli
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted bookmarks & read-it-later options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Firefox Account Server
Host your own Firefox accounts server
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Shaarli
Personal, minimalist link-sharing bookmark app
| Feature | Firefox Account Server | Shaarli |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Bookmarks & Read-It-Later | Bookmarks & Read-It-Later |
| License | MPL-2.0 | GPL-3.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | PHP |
| Setup difficulty | Medium | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 512 MB | 128 MB |
| Deployment | bare-metal | docker, bare-metal |
| GitHub stars | ★ 682 | ★ 3,888 |
| First released | 2025 | 2013 |
| Replaces | — | Pocket, Delicious |
Why pick each one
Choose Firefox Account Server if…
- Released under the MPL-2.0 license
- Written in TypeScript
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Firefox Account Server or Shaarli better?
Shaarli is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider Firefox Account Server if its specific feature set fits your needs better.
Are Firefox Account Server and Shaarli free and open-source?
Yes. Firefox Account Server is licensed under MPL-2.0 and Shaarli under GPL-3.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Firefox Account Server and Shaarli with Docker?
Firefox Account Server: check the project docs for container support. Shaarli: yes.