GoatCounter vs Shynet
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted web analytics options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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GoatCounter
Easy and privacy-friendly web analytics
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Shynet
Modern, privacy-friendly, detailed web analytics
| Feature | GoatCounter | Shynet |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Web Analytics | Web Analytics |
| License | EUPL-1.2 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | Go | Python |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Min. RAM | 128 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | binary, docker | docker |
| GitHub stars | ★ 5,864 | ★ 3,145 |
| First released | 2019 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Google Analytics | Google Analytics |
Why pick each one
Frequently asked questions
Is GoatCounter or Shynet better?
Neither is universally better. GoatCounter has the larger community; both share a easy setup difficulty, so the decision comes down to features and licensing.
Are GoatCounter and Shynet free and open-source?
Yes. GoatCounter is licensed under EUPL-1.2 and Shynet under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run GoatCounter and Shynet with Docker?
GoatCounter: yes. Shynet: yes.