What does OpenReplay replace?

OpenReplay is a free alternative to Hotjar ($468/yr).

Is OpenReplay open source?

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

Yes (self-hosted server; web UI).

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

A free, open-source alternative to Hotjar. Switching saves $468/yr at list price.

Checked Oct 17, 2026 · How we check

Self-hosted server

Open source · AGPL-3.0 Linux Self-hostable

openreplay/openreplay13.0k★last push Oct 13, 2026checked Oct 17, 2026

Self-host

Runs on your own Linux server. Setup docs are on openreplay.com.

What does OpenReplay replace?: OpenReplay is a free alternative to Hotjar ($468/yr).
Is OpenReplay open source?: Yes. OpenReplay is licensed under AGPL-3.0, an OSI-approved open-source license.
Does OpenReplay run on Linux?: Yes (self-hosted server; web UI).
Can you self-host OpenReplay?: Yes. OpenReplay is a server app you run on your own server.