Scoold

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Knowledge Base · Vendor site 2026-10-04

Scoold is an open source Q&A and knowledge base platform you can self-host or run on Scoold Cloud. It targets team forums, internal support desks, and developer hubs with full-text search, OAuth login, and optional Pro features sold as one-time licenses.

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Category: Knowledge Base
Free access: Pricing page offers a free self-hosted Community edition with unlimited users and core Q&A features.
API access: Pricing page lists a REST API on the free Community edition.

Is Scoold right for you?

A good fit for

Teams that want a Stack Overflow–style internal Q&A site with branding control and optional SAML or chat integrations via Pro.

Before you choose

Scoold Pro and Pro + Source licenses are one-time euro fees rather than published monthly USD subscriptions.

Self-hosted team Q&A

scoold.com markets Scoold as a fast-deploy Q&A and knowledge base with a permanently free Community build and optional one-time Pro licenses for enterprise auth and integrations.

What it can do

Features & capabilities

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Capability	Value	Evidence	Checked
Community edition	Pricing page describes the free Scoold download as self-hosted, open source, and fully customizable.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04
Pro license	Scoold Pro is listed at €499 as a one-time fee for premium features such as SAML SSO and chat integrations.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04
Deployment	Homepage meta says Scoold deploys on-premises or to any cloud in minutes.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04

Understand the total cost

Scoold pricing & plans

Free

Pricing page offers a free self-hosted Community edition with unlimited users and core Q&A features.

Access: Pricing page offers a free self-hosted Community edition with unlimited users and core Q&A features.

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The practical questions

Frequently asked questions

What is Scoold used for?

Does Scoold have a free plan?

Pricing page offers a free self-hosted Community edition with unlimited users and core Q&A features.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.

How much does Scoold 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 Scoold through an API?

Pricing page lists a REST API on the free Community edition.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.

What should I check before choosing it?

Scoold Pro and Pro + Source licenses are one-time euro fees rather than published monthly USD subscriptions.

Price history

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