Observability & Analytics
⚡ Alternative to Mixpanel / Segment / Amplitude →
PostHog
Open-source product analytics suite combining web analytics, session replays, feature flags, and survey tools.
Pricing Model
Free access; limits may apply
Free Tier Allowance1,000,000 events/month, 5,000 session recordings/month permanently free
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Self-Host in 60 Seconds (docker-compose.yml)
services:
posthog:
image: posthog/posthog:latest
container_name: posthog
restart: unless-stopped
ports:
- "8000:8000"
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💬 Frequently Asked Questions (AI & Developer Summary)
What free access does PostHog offer? ▼
1,000,000 events/month, 5,000 session recordings/month permanently free
What makes PostHog a free alternative to Mixpanel / Segment / Amplitude? ▼
PostHog provides core developer capabilities comparable to Mixpanel / Segment / Amplitude while prioritizing free access, open-source transparency, and avoiding proprietary subscription paywalls.
What are the authentication and access requirements for PostHog? ▼
See the official site for authentication and access requirements.