Doory, an open-source browser-based design editor, launches with free features

Introduction to Doory

Doory is a newly released, full-featured design editor accessible directly within a web browser. It provides tools for creating a variety of visual content, such as posters, social media posts, stories, slides, invitations, resumes, thumbnails, and business cards. Users can begin with pre-designed templates or start from a blank canvas.

Key Features and Functionality

The editor allows for comprehensive customization of designs, including renaming elements, recoloring, and adding graphics. All features are available without cost or the need for an account. Designs can be exported in multiple formats, including image files (PNG, JPG, SVG), documents (PDF), and video/animation (MP4, GIF).

Doory ships with ten starter templates covering various categories like gig posters, wedding invitations, and YouTube thumbnails. These templates are editable and use open-licensed fonts. Users can also add their own templates and browse them by category, size, and orientation.

Self-Hosting and Open Source Nature

A core aspect of Doory is its open-source nature and the ability for users to self-host the entire application on their own servers. The project provides Docker Compose instructions for deployment, allowing users to set up the API and web application locally. This includes commands for creating a superuser and seeding initial content such as templates, icons, fonts, and audio.

The project emphasizes that there are no paywalls, ads, or premium plans; all features are freely available to everyone. Users do not need an account to start designing, and their work is saved in the browser.