What does Keila replace?

Keila is a free alternative to beehiiv ($588/yr).

Is Keila open source?

Yes. Keila is licensed under AGPL-3.0, an OSI-approved open-source license.

Yes (self-hosted server; web UI).

Yes. Keila is a server app you run on your own server.

A free, open-source alternative to beehiiv. Switching saves $588/yr at list price.

Checked Oct 17, 2026 · How we check

Self-hosted server

Replaces it Active Open source · AGPL-3.0 Linux Self-hostable

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Campaigns and sign-up forms only: no website, paid subscriptions or growth tools like beehiiv's.

Imports your data: CSV contact import

Self-host

Runs on your own Linux server. Setup docs are on keila.io.

What does Keila replace?: Keila is a free alternative to beehiiv ($588/yr).
Is Keila open source?: Yes. Keila is licensed under AGPL-3.0, an OSI-approved open-source license.
Does Keila run on Linux?: Yes (self-hosted server; web UI).
Can you self-host Keila?: Yes. Keila is a server app you run on your own server.