ONLYOFFICE Community Server: Your Open-Source Collaboration Platform

ONLYOFFICE Community Server is a free and open-source platform designed to streamline team collaboration and business process management. This comprehensive system integrates document management, project handling, customer relationship management (CRM), and email communication into a single, unified workspace.

Originally known as ONLYOFFICE Groups, Community Server, starting from version 11.0, is distributed under the Apache License, making it a truly open and adaptable solution for businesses of all sizes.

Key Features for Enhanced Team Productivity

ONLYOFFICE Community Server offers a wide range of features to boost your team’s efficiency and collaboration:

Cross-Platform Compatibility: Works seamlessly across Linux and Windows operating systems, providing flexibility in deployment.
Document Management: Centralize and organize all your documents with robust management tools.
Cloud Storage Integration: Connect with popular cloud services like Google Drive, Box, Dropbox, OneDrive, and OwnCloud for easy file access and sharing.
File Sharing Capabilities: Securely share files with team members and external collaborators, controlling access permissions.
Document Embedding: Embed documents directly into web pages and applications for wider accessibility.
Access Rights Management: Define granular access rights to protect sensitive information and ensure data security.
Customizable CRM: Manage customer interactions, track sales, and build strong client relationships with a flexible CRM system.
Web-to-Lead Forms: Capture leads directly from your website and integrate them into your CRM pipeline.
Invoicing System: Create and manage invoices efficiently, streamlining your financial processes.
Project Management Tools: Plan, organize, and track projects with Gantt charts, milestones, task dependencies, and subtasks.
Time Tracking: Monitor project progress and team productivity with built-in time tracking features.
Automated Reports: Generate insightful reports to analyze project performance and team workload.
Collaborative Communication: Foster team communication with blogs, forums, polls, and a wiki for knowledge sharing.
Calendar and Scheduling: Organize events, meetings, and deadlines with a shared calendar.
Email Aggregator: Manage multiple email accounts in one place for efficient communication.
People Module: Maintain an employee database for easy access to team member information.
Multi-Language Support: Supports over 20 languages to cater to diverse teams.

Part of ONLYOFFICE Workspace

Community Server (ONLYOFFICE Groups) is an integral part of ONLYOFFICE Workspace, a comprehensive suite that also includes:

Document Server (ONLYOFFICE Docs): For online document editing and co-authoring.
Mail Server: For setting up a secure and reliable email service.
Talk (Instant Messaging App): For real-time team communication.

Administrators can manage the entire ONLYOFFICE Workspace through a dedicated Control Panel.

Compile and Customize

For those who want to delve deeper, ONLYOFFICE Community Server allows you to compile the source code yourself. Detailed compilation instructions are available to guide you through the process.

Furthermore, you can extend the functionality of ONLYOFFICE Groups by creating and connecting your own custom modules. Explore the instruction for custom modules to learn more about tailoring the platform to your specific needs.