# enkubate

> enkubate is a managed hosting platform for open-source business software, operated by IT SEMANTIC GmbH in Dortmund, Germany.

## What is enkubate?

enkubate provides small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with easy-to-use, GDPR-compliant, German-hosted open-source business applications. All tools are fully managed — including updates, security, and maintenance — so businesses can focus on their work instead of IT infrastructure.

## Key Features

- **Open Source Technology**: No vendor lock-in, full transparency, community-driven innovation
- **German Hosting**: All data stays in Germany, fully GDPR/DSGVO-compliant
- **No Hidden Costs**: Transparent pricing without per-user fees
- **Fully Managed**: Updates, security patches, and maintenance included
- **Quick Setup**: Tools ready in minutes, not weeks
- **Expert Support**: German-speaking support team

## Available Business Tools

- **Paperless-ngx**: Document management — scan, organize, and search invoices, contracts, and receipts
- **Documenso**: Digital signatures — legally binding electronic signatures without printers
- **Mattermost**: Team chat — secure, self-hosted team communication
- **BookStack**: Knowledge base — centralized documentation, processes, and onboarding
- **Kimai**: Time tracking — project and client-based time recording and billing
- **Vikunja**: Tasks and projects — task management with lists, Kanban boards, and calendars
- **Baserow**: Databases — collaborative spreadsheets and databases without coding
- **Chatwoot**: Customer support — unified inbox for website, email, and chat inquiries
- **Vaultwarden**: Password vault — secure password storage and team sharing
- **n8n**: Automation — connect tools and automate workflows without code
- **Actual Budget**: Financial planning — budget tracking and expense management

## Pricing

- **Starter**: EUR 39/month — up to 3 apps, recommended for up to 6 users
- **Grower**: EUR 79/month — up to 5 apps, recommended for up to 30 users
- **Scaler**: EUR 149/month — all apps, recommended for up to 75 users

All plans include managed hosting, updates, and support. Annual billing available with 20% discount.

## Contact

- Website: https://enkubate.de
- Email: hello@enkubate.de
- Support: support@enkubate.de
- Documentation: https://docs.enkubate.com
- Company: IT SEMANTIC GmbH, Iggelhorst 28, 44149 Dortmund, Germany