FREE FOREVER FOR UP TO 10 USERS

Free Document Management for Small Teams. Enterprise Power for Everyone.

Secure, browser-based document management deployed 100% on-premises on your local network. Version control, audit trails, and strict data privacy included.

Our free-forever 10-user Community Edition is in final polish. Join the private beta below to secure your early access copy.

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Enterprise-Grade Control

Full-text search, automated approval workflows, and robust audit trails without complex configuration.

Lightweight Architecture

A fast, browser-based EDMS that deploys locally on Windows systems in under 5 minutes.

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Free Forever for Small Teams

Zero-cost, permanent access for up to 10 users. No credit card, no time limit.

Core Features

Document Management That Works the Way You Do

From intake to archive, keep every file secure, searchable, and under control — whether you are in the office or remote, on-premises or in the cloud.

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Instant Full-Text Search

Query text, metadata, and filenames instantly across your entire repository to locate any document in seconds.

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Automated Version Control

Track every document revision automatically, eliminating messy manual naming conventions.

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Immutable Audit Trails

Every user action is permanently logged with compliance-ready, tamper-proof audit trails.

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Live Browser Previews

Preview documents directly inside your browser, cutting down on uncontrolled local copies without forcing downloads.

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Granular Role Permissions

Control exact access levels by role, workspace, folder, or individual user to keep sensitive files secure.

Rapid Approvals & Sign-Offs

Streamline workflows with in-app task assignments and comments, removing email bottlenecks.

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Hybrid Deployment Flexibility

Run natively on your own Windows servers with Active Directory integration, or choose managed cloud infrastructure.

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See It In Action

Your Documents, Organized and Under Control

Browse folders, preview files instantly, and manage tags, approvals, and sharing — all from one screen.

LocalDMS document explorer showing folder tree, file list, and a document preview with tags and approval options

On-Premises & SaaS

Flexible EDMS Deployment Options

Deploy on your own servers for full data control, or let us host it for you.

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On-Premises Deployment

Deploy LocalDMS on your own Windows server and maintain complete control over your documents, security policies, backups, and data. No cloud dependency — your documents stay on your infrastructure.

  • Runs entirely on your own network — no internet dependency
  • Full data sovereignty — your documents never leave your servers
  • Active Directory & LDAP integration out of the box
  • Installs in under 5 minutes — no IT project required
  • Perpetual license — pay once, own it forever
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Software as a Service (SaaS)

Access LocalDMS through a secure hosted environment without managing servers, updates, or backups. Get up and running in hours with zero deployment overhead.

  • No server installation or maintenance — we handle it all
  • Access from any device, any location, any browser
  • Automatic updates — always on the latest version
  • Secure cloud infrastructure with daily backups
  • Custom pricing based on your team size and requirements
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Plug-and-Play Document Management

The On-Premises DMS That Installs Faster Than a Coffee Break

Skip the IT project. LocalDMS delivers enterprise document management with zero installation friction — up and running in under 5 minutes.

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1-Click Installer

  • No Database Hassles Bundled internal database components — no separate SQL server configuration required.
  • Pre-Configured Environment Runs in optimized, lightweight containers that install in under 5 minutes.
  • Automated Network Setup Automatically detects local network paths — no complex router modifications.
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Instant User Sync

  • Active Directory / LDAP Connects directly to your Windows domain controller with a single login screen.
  • No Manual Provisioning Your team logs in using their existing desktop credentials automatically.
  • Inherited Permissions Instantly maps your current folder structures and security groups — no starting from scratch.
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Zero-Client Architecture

  • 100% Browser-Based Users access LocalDMS via any standard browser — Chrome, Edge, or Safari.
  • No Desktop Software No software to install, configure, or push updates to individual computers.
  • Mobile Ready Works instantly on tablets and smartphones connected to your corporate Wi-Fi.
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Maintenance-Free Operations

  • Set-and-Forget Backups Built-in scheduler automatically handles daily document backups to your backup drives.
  • Self-Healing Services Automatically recovers from power losses or network drops without admin intervention.

On-Premises EDMS Pricing

Affordable On-Premises Document Management Software

Start free. Upgrade only when you need to. No annual fees, no subscriptions, no surprises.

Edition Users Price
Community Edition Up to 10 Users FREE
Professional Up to 20 Users $750
Business Up to 50 Users $3,000
Corporate Up to 250 Users $5,000
Enterprise 250+ Users Contact Us
All on-premises licenses are perpetual — pay once, own it forever.
No required renewal, no per-user monthly charges. An optional 10% annual maintenance plan keeps you on the latest version — entirely your choice.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is LocalDMS really free?

Yes. The LocalDMS Community Edition is free forever for up to 10 users — no credit card required, no expiration date, and no hidden fees. It's a fully functional document management system at no cost.

How much does LocalDMS cost for larger teams?

On-premises perpetual licenses start at $750 for up to 20 users, $3,000 for up to 50 users, and $5,000 for up to 250 users — larger deployments can contact us for custom pricing. You pay once — there are no annual renewal fees.

What is a perpetual license?

A perpetual license means you buy the software once and own it forever. Unlike SaaS document management subscriptions that charge annually or per user per month, LocalDMS on-premises licenses have no recurring fees.

Does LocalDMS include document version control?

Yes. Every document revision is automatically tracked. You can view the full revision history and retrieve any previous version at any time — essential for compliance and audit trails.

Can I deploy LocalDMS on my own servers?

Yes — on-premises deployment is LocalDMS's primary model. Install it on your own Windows server and maintain complete control over your data, security, and infrastructure. A hosted SaaS option is also available.

What's the difference between LocalDMS and expensive DMS platforms?

Most enterprise document management systems charge thousands of dollars per year in subscription fees. LocalDMS delivers the same core capabilities — version control, approvals, full-text search, role-based security — at a fraction of the cost, with a genuinely free tier for small teams.

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