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Kanban Board that Helps You Build Software People Love
Syncwave is a kanban board that works best for small dev teams. Realtime collaboration, rich messaging, and powerful task management – all in one tool.
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Our realtime collaboration shows edits, cursors, and typing indicators syncing live for all team members.

Fast, informal communication

Each card has built-in chat, keeping team discussions focused and contextual.

Work without distractions

Simple drag-and-drop kanban for organized, clear task management.

Stay in the loop instantly

Real-time activity tracking and instant change notifications.

Work comfortably any time of day

Light and dark themes with seamless switching between modes to match your environment and reduce eye strain.

Maintain your flow state

Designed for developers with keyboard shortcuts that help you move quickly without interruptions.

As a developer, I wanted something clean and fast that just works. Syncwave helped me to stay focused and ship better software. Give it a try!

Dmitry Tilyupo
Dmitry Tilyupo
Creator of Syncwave

Pricing

Self-hosted

Free

Run Syncwave on your own infrastructure with complete control and privacy.

  • Full source code access
  • Self-managed updates
  • Unlimited seats
  • Community support
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Indie

Free

Perfect for small teams and indie developers looking for a hosted solution.

  • Hosted in the cloud
  • Automatic updates
  • Unlimited seats
  • Basic support
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Enterprise

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Tailored solutions for larger teams with custom requirements and support.

  • Unlimited seats
  • Priority support
  • Custom integrations
  • Dedicated resources
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FAQ

What license is Syncwave released under?

License: AGPL 3

This license allows you to:

  • Use the software freely
  • Modify the source code
  • Self-host on your own infrastructure
  • Distribute your modifications (under the same license)
How much does Syncwave cost?

Syncwave is free for everyone!

You have two options:

  • Cloud version: Use our hosted solution at no cost
  • Self-hosted: Run on your own infrastructure
What technologies is Syncwave built with?

Our tech stack includes:

  • Frontend: Svelte, TypeScript
  • Backend: NodeJS, WebSockets
  • Database: SQLite (self-hosted), FoundationDB (cloud)
  • Real-time features: Yjs for collaboration
  • Rich text: TipTap editor
How does user management work in Syncwave?

Syncwave has four user roles:

  • Reader: View-only access to boards
  • Writer: Can view and edit cards
  • Admin: Can manage board settings and members
  • Owner: Has full control over the board

You can be a member of multiple boards with different roles on each.

What makes Syncwave different from other kanban tools?

Syncwave offers several unique features:

  • True real-time collaboration: See cursor tracking, typing indicators, and live updates
  • Chat-like messaging: Similar to Telegram/WhatsApp rather than traditional comments
  • Developer-focused: Extensive keyboard shortcuts
  • Distraction-free: Clean interface designed specifically for development teams

Make your collaboration feel nice

No joke, Syncwave will make your collaboration so much easier. It's quick, keeps communication focused, and doesn't have all that extra junk slowing you down. you will actually enjoy using it!

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