Xem

Xem

Open-source email marketing with managed SMTP

70upvotes
Launched September 22, 2026

About Xem

Xem is an open-source email marketing platform designed for marketers and developers seeking a customizable, self-hosted solution. It enables users to craft newsletters, automate email campaigns, and create visual automations within a unified workspace. With features like reusable templates, signup forms, contact list management, and detailed analytics, Xem offers a comprehensive toolkit for building and managing email marketing efforts. Its flexibility is enhanced by the ability to connect your own SMTP provider or leverage managed sending through Amazon SES, including domain verification and workspace approval, ensuring reliable delivery. As an open-source platform, Xem appeals to those who want full control over their email marketing infrastructure without relying solely on third-party SaaS solutions. Its combination of automation, analytics, and self-hosting capabilities makes it a distinctive choice for organizations prioritizing customization and data privacy.

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Pros

  • Open-source platform offering full customization and control
  • Supports multiple SMTP options, including managed Amazon SES integration
  • Includes reusable templates, signup forms, and contact list management
  • Provides detailed analytics for campaign performance
  • Enables domain verification and workspace approval for better deliverability

Cons

  • May require technical expertise to set up and manage
  • Lacks built-in customer support typical of SaaS solutions
  • Features and UI might be less polished compared to commercial alternatives

Use Cases

1Building and managing newsletters for small to medium-sized businesses
2Automating email campaigns with visual workflows
3Creating customized email marketing solutions for organizations with specific privacy needs
4Managing contact lists and subscription forms on self-hosted platforms
5Integrating email marketing into existing development workflows
6Analyzing campaign performance to optimize outreach strategies

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Quick Info

Upvotes70
Comments1
Launched9/22/2026

Topics

NewslettersEmail MarketingMarketing automation

Makers

Harsh Vardhan Goswami

Harsh Vardhan Goswami

@theboringhumane

Alternatives

Mailchimp
Sendinblue
Constant Contact
ConvertKit
MailerLite
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