Baïkal

Baïkal is a self-hosted server application that provides CalDAV and CardDAV services. It allows users to host their own personal calendars and contact address books on their own hardware or virtual private servers. By implementing these standard protocols, the software enables the synchronization of scheduling and contact data across a variety of devices and platforms.

The software operates as a web application, which simplifies the setup and management of the server environment. It is designed to be lightweight, making it suitable for deployment on low-resource hardware such as a Raspberry Pi or small virtual machines. Users can manage their data independently, ensuring that their personal information remains on their own infrastructure rather than on third party cloud services.

Key features

• CalDAV server for calendar hosting
• CardDAV server for contact address books
• Support for multiple user accounts
• Compatibility with Thunderbird
• Compatibility with Android via DavX5
• Compatibility with iOS clients
• Web-based installation and configuration
• Support for database maintenance
• Security configuration options

Baïkal is built to serve individuals who want full control over their personal data without requiring extensive IT experience. The architecture focuses on simplicity, providing a straightforward installation process and a management interface for administrators. It integrates with a wide range of third party calendar and contact clients by adhering to open standards, which ensures that users are not locked into a specific ecosystem. The software includes documentation and guides for installation on various operating systems, including Debian, and provides instructions for upgrading the server to newer versions.

This server provides a minimal and focused infrastructure for users seeking a private way to synchronize calendars and contacts across their digital devices.