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collectd is free open-source software distributed from the project site with no commercial subscription.
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- collectd is free open-source software distributed from the project site with no commercial subscription.
Collectd
● Identity checkedDevOps · Vendor site 2026-10-04
collectd is an open-source daemon that gathers system and application performance metrics on a schedule and stores or forwards them via plugins. It targets operators who need lightweight C-based collection for monitoring, performance analysis, and capacity planning.
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- DevOps
- Free access
- collectd is free open-source software distributed from the project site with no commercial subscription.
- API access
- Not confirmed
Is Collectd right for you?
A good fit for
Sysadmins and SREs who need a portable metrics collector for servers, embedded systems, and networks without scripting runtimes.
Before you choose
You operate and configure the daemon yourself; the project site does not offer a hosted metrics backend.
Systems metrics daemon
collectd periodically collects OS and application statistics and can store values locally or expose them over the network for monitoring stacks.
What it can do
Features & capabilities
Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.
| Capability | Value | Evidence | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Role | Homepage describes collectd as a daemon collecting system and application performance metrics periodically. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Plugins | Site notes the daemon ships with over 100 plugins spanning standard and specialized metrics sources. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
| Implementation | Project highlights C implementation for performance and portability on systems without scripting languages. | Facts sourced | 2026-10-04 |
Understand the total cost
Collectd pricing & plans
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What is Collectd used for?
collectd is an open-source daemon that gathers system and application performance metrics on a schedule and stores or forwards them via plugins. It targets operators who need lightweight C-based collection for monitoring, performance analysis, and capacity planning.
Does Collectd have a free plan?
collectd is free open-source software distributed from the project site with no commercial subscription.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.
How much does Collectd cost?
No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.
Can I use Collectd through an API?
Not confirmed. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.
What should I check before choosing it?
You operate and configure the daemon yourself; the project site does not offer a hosted metrics backend.
Price history
No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.
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