Open Source
OpenCATS
by opencats
Open-source applicant tracking system (ATS) and recruitment CRM for staffing agencies and hiring teams.
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About OpenCATS
OpenCATS is an open-source applicant tracking system (ATS) and recruitment CRM for staffing agencies and hiring teams. It manages candidates, job orders, and client contacts, with a PHP-based codebase available on GitHub.
Best for
Small to mid-sized staffing agencies and hiring teams seeking a customizable, self-hosted ATS/CRM.
Use cases
- Track candidate applications and resumes
- Manage job orders and client relationships
- Collaborate on hiring pipelines within a team
Notes
772 stars on GitHub. Last updated 2026-10-28. Licensed Custom.
Pros
- Open-source and free to self-host
- Active community with 772 stars
- Combines ATS and CRM in one system
Cons
- Requires self-hosting and maintenance
- PHP-based, may not suit non-PHP stacks
- UI and features may lag commercial alternatives
Key facts
What we have checked
- Days since the last commit
- 1
- GitHub forks
- 330
- GitHub stars
- 779
- Days to a first reply on issues
- 49.9
- Open issues
- 88
- Releases in the last 90 days
- 3
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Stars and usage
How OpenCATS is growing
772 to 779
Health and security
Is OpenCATS looked after, and what do its setup files show
Health score
75 out of 100
| Part | Points | What we saw |
|---|---|---|
| Recent activity | 30 of 30 | Last push 1 days ago |
| Releases | 15 of 15 | 3 releases in 90 days |
| Issue replies | 0 of 20 | First reply in 49.9 days (median) |
| Maintainer | 15 of 15 | Owned by an organisation |
| Official source | Not counted | MCP servers only |
Alternatives
Alternatives to OpenCATS
| Record | Type | How we know | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| GreenhouseThis is an alternative to it | Product | Linked recordGitHub | |
| LeverThis is an alternative to it | Product | Linked recordGitHub |
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Sources
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- GitHubRegistry
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