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Paperless-ngx
Scan, OCR, auto-tag and search all your paperwork.
What Paperless-ngx does
Paperless-ngx turns scanned paper into a searchable archive with OCR, and uses machine learning to automatically assign tags, correspondents and document types.
Best for
- Going paperless
- Receipts and invoices archive
- Self-hosted document management
How small businesses use Paperless-ngx
- Find any receipt in seconds
- Auto-file supplier invoices
- Archive contracts securely
Paperless-ngx: common questions
Who should use Paperless-ngx?
Paperless-ngx suits going paperless, receipts and invoices archive and self-hosted document management.
When should you choose something else instead of Paperless-ngx?
Paperless-ngx runs on your own server, so you handle storage, backups and updates. If that matters for your business, compare other options such as Stirling-PDF, Documenso and MarkItDown.
Is Paperless-ngx free?
Paperless-ngx pricing: Free and open source. Pricing changes often, so confirm current plans on the official repository or website before you buy.
Can a small business self-host Paperless-ngx?
Yes. Paperless-ngx is open source on GitHub, and its setup level is intermediate. You will need a computer or server to run it and someone to keep it updated and backed up, or you can use a hosted option if one is offered.
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