Espial: an open-source, web-based bookmarking server

In plain words

Espial is an open-source, web-based bookmarking server that allows users to save and organize links online. Designed for developers and technical users who want to self-host their bookmarking system, it provides a server-based alternative to commercial bookmark managers. The software is available on GitHub for anyone to download, modify, and deploy on their own infrastructure.

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