4ga Boards is an open-source, real-time project management tool that uses boards, lists, and cards to help teams organize tasks, collaborate instantly, and track progress without limits on projects or boards.
What is 4ga Boards?
4ga Boards is a web-based project management platform that structures work into projects, boards, and cards. It takes task assignments, priorities, deadlines, and cost tracking as input and produces a clear, real-time overview of project status and team workload. It runs on any modern browser and is developed by RARgames, a small team founded by Piotr Pakulski (CEO) and Michał Guzik (Co-founder). The software is licensed under MIT, allowing self-hosting free of charge.
Key Features
- Realtime Collaboration — See board updates from team members instantly without manual page refreshes.
- Kanban & List Views — Switch between visual Kanban boards and traditional list layouts to manage tasks.
- Secure Open Source — Full code transparency; data can be self-hosted with regular backups and VPN access options.
- Single Sign-On — Sign in with Google, GitHub, or Microsoft accounts for convenience.
- Enhanced Markdown Editor — Create detailed task descriptions with advanced formatting.
- Adjustable Boards — Hide unused lists to focus on priorities and keep the workspace uncluttered.
- Unlimited Projects & Boards — No artificial caps on the number of projects, boards, lists, or cards even in the Pro tier.
- Import/Export — Import projects from Trello (JSON) or CSV; export data to CSV for backup.
- Board Templates — Save and reuse board structures to speed up repetitive workflows.
Who is it for?
- Small to Medium Teams — Startups, marketing agencies, and development teams that need a simple yet powerful tool for daily task management and collaboration.
- Freelancers & Hobbyists — Individuals who want a free, open-source solution they can host themselves without per-user costs.
- Enterprise Groups — Large organizations that require on-premise hosting, custom VPN access, and dedicated support with SLAs.
What can you do with 4ga Boards?
- Marketing Campaigns — Coordinate tasks, deadlines, and team roles across multiple campaigns with clear visibility.
- Software Development — Manage sprints, code reviews, and bug tracking using Kanban boards and priority settings.
- HR Onboarding — Streamline employee onboarding processes with structured pipelines and task templates.
- Accounting & Finance — Track budgets, payment deadlines, and compliance tasks in customizable workflows.
Pricing
4ga Boards offers a Free Trial of the Pro plan, a Pro subscription at £6/month per user (unlimited projects, boards, users), and an Enterprise tier starting at £10/month per user with additional features like separate instance, custom VPN, and advanced backups. An Enterprise On-Premise option and Support Plans are also available via contact.
FAQ
Is 4ga Boards free?
Yes. The software is open source under MIT license, so you can self-host it completely free. There is no free cloud tier, but a free Pro trial is available for evaluation.
Can I import projects from other tools?
Yes, you can import projects from Trello (JSON format) and from CSV files. More import options are planned.
Why are there no limits on boards or projects in lower tiers?
Unlike many competitors, 4ga Boards deliberately avoids limiting the number of boards or projects to give users full freedom to manage their work without artificial restrictions.
How can I contribute?
Contributions are welcome via the project's GitHub repository. You can report bugs, request features, submit pull requests, and help with translations.
