Show HN: Self-hosted alternative to Goodreads. Own your reading data

Description and use

BookSync is a self-hosted alternative to Goodreads that gives users complete ownership and control over their reading data.

Problem

Users of Goodreads lack full ownership and control over their reading data, which is stored on third-party servers with potential privacy concerns and data portability limitations.

Outcome

Users gain complete ownership and control of their reading data by running a self-hosted book tracking solution, eliminating dependency on third-party services like Goodreads.

Workflow

• Set up a server or local environment capable of running the application
• Clone or download the BookSync repository from GitHub
• Configure the database and application settings
• Deploy the application to self-hosted infrastructure
• Import existing book data or start adding books manually
• Track reading progress, notes, and reviews within the self-hosted instance
• Access data through local network or configured domain

Evidence

Self-hosted alternative to Goodreads. Own your reading data

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