Free Self-Hosted CI/CD.
Unlimited builds, No credits.
BuildNinja is a self-hosted CI/CD platform that runs on your own servers. No build credits. No seat limits. No vendor lock-in. Deploy with a single Docker command in under 5 minutes - and run as many builds as your team needs, for free.
Integrate BuildNinja with Your Entire DevOps & CI/CD Tech Stack
Accelerate your pipelines. BuildNinja brings enterprise-grade compilation speed and security to GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, Docker, Kubernetes, and your daily developer tools.
GitHub Integration
Connect your GitHub repositories for seamless version control integration with intelligent caching and scheduled build automation.
GitLab Integration
Deep integration with GitLab for seamless version control, intelligent repository caching, and streamlined Single Sign-On (SSO) authentication.
Bitbucket Integration
Deep integration with Bitbucket for native version control, intelligent git caching, and seamless SSO authentication.
Google Integration
Connect your Google account or Google Workspace for secure, streamlined OAuth authentication and Single Sign-On (SSO).
Microsoft Azure AD SSO
Integrate with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) for secure enterprise-grade Single Sign-On (SSO) and streamlined access management.
Docker Containerization
Package and build standard Docker container images. Cache layers automatically for ultra-fast incremental containerization.
Kubernetes Orchestration
Deploy compiled artifacts to local or managed Kubernetes clusters with zero downtime using canary strategies.
SSH Deployment
Securely connect and deploy to remote servers using SSH key authentication and automated execution of deployment scripts.
Command Line Terminal
Execute custom commands and build scripts directly in a native terminal environment on Windows, Linux, and macOS.
Script Runner
Run bash, PowerShell, or custom scripts as part of your CI/CD pipeline steps with environment variable support.
MSBuild compilation
Compile .NET and C++ projects using MSBuild integration, optimized for fast and efficient windows builds.
VSTest execution
Execute unit tests and integration tests using VSTest runner, with automatic test results parsing and reporting.
Why engineering teams choose self-hosted over SaaS
Cloud CI/CD tools are convenient until they are not. Growing teams consistently hit the same walls - cost, compliance, and build bloat.
Cost that doesn't scale with usage
Most CI/CD tools charge per minute, per concurrent build, and per user. At scale, those pennies become a budget line item. BuildNinja runs entirely on your infrastructure - no usage limits, no surprise bills.
Data sovereignty for regulated environments
Healthcare, financial services, defense, and government projects require source code and build artifacts never leave your network. SOC-2, FedRAMP, and healthcare compliance without the paperwork headache.
No vendor lock-in or credit headaches
Cloud CI/CD platforms can change pricing overnight, sunset features, or force migrations. With BuildNinja on your infrastructure, your CI/CD is independent of any vendor's business decisions.
Faster builds with dedicated runners
SaaS providers throttle shared runners. With self-hosted infrastructure, your build times drop by 60-80% with dedicated CPU, RAM, and NVMe storage tuned to your workload.
Works with your existing tools
Connect to GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, or Gitea. Deploy to Kubernetes, ECS, bare metal, or edge locations. Use your existing Docker registries and secrets managers.
BuildNinja vs CircleCI, Jenkins, and GitHub Actions
Every major CI/CD tool charges more as your team or build volume grows. BuildNinja doesn't. Here's how the pricing models compare for a team running 200 builds per day.
| Feature | BuildNinja | CircleCI | GitHub Actions | Jenkins |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost (200 builds/day) | Server infra only | ~$800–1,200/mo | ~$300–450/mo | Server infra only |
| Build pricing model | No credits - unlimited | Per credit consumed | Per compute minute | Free (self-hosted) |
| Per-seat fees | None | Scales with team | Scales with team | None |
| Self-hosted setup | 1 Docker command | K8s + enterprise plan | Runner required | Complex - war file + plugins |
| Setup time | Under 5 minutes | Minutes (SaaS sign-up) | Minutes (SaaS sign-up) | Hours to days |
| Data sovereignty / on-premise | Full - your servers | SaaS cloud only | GitHub cloud | Full (self-managed) |
| Air-gapped / no internet | Supported | Not possible | Not possible | Supported |
| Modern UI + dashboards | Built-in, no plugins | Built-in | Built-in | Plugin-dependent |
| AI build intelligence | Coming v1.2.0 | Limited | Limited | Not available |
| Interactive sandbox (no install) | Live Dojo | Not available | Not available | Not available |
* Cost estimates based on publicly listed pricing for a 50-person team running 200 builds/day at 6 minutes average duration. CircleCI Performance plan at $15/user/mo + credit overages. GitHub Actions Team plan at $4/user/mo + compute overage. BuildNinja and Jenkins are self-hosted - server infrastructure cost only.
The Next Evolution:
BuildNinja Intelligence
AI-powered insights built directly into your CI/CD. Less time debugging, more time shipping.
Configuration Analysis
AI reviews your pipeline config and surfaces optimizations, redundant steps, and cache opportunities before you ship.
Logs Analysis
Stop reading 10,000-line logs. BuildNinja Intelligence pinpoints the exact failure line and suggests a fix.
Build Prediction
Predict build outcomes and flaky tests before they block your team. Ship with confidence, not luck.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BuildNinja cloud-based or self-hosted?
Self-hosted only. BuildNinja runs on your own infrastructure - Windows, Linux, macOS, Docker, or Kubernetes. Your code, credentials, and builds never leave your network.
Is BuildNinja really free?
Yes. BuildNinja is free with no usage fees, no per-build credits, and no per-seat charges. You self-host it on your own server or cloud infrastructure - a VPS, bare-metal server, or cloud VM you already manage. The platform itself has no cost. The only expense is the server you choose to run it on, which you control completely.
How is BuildNinja different from CircleCI?
CircleCI is a SaaS platform that charges per build credit and per seat. As your team grows and builds more frequently, your CircleCI bill grows proportionally. BuildNinja is self-hosted and has no platform fees - you run it on infrastructure you control. CircleCI's self-hosted "server" option requires Kubernetes and an enterprise contract; BuildNinja deploys with a single Docker command and requires no Kubernetes expertise.
How is BuildNinja different from Jenkins?
Jenkins is a powerful but operationally complex open-source CI/CD tool. It requires significant DevOps expertise to install, configure, and maintain - including managing a plugin ecosystem, resolving conflicts, and writing Groovy pipeline scripts. BuildNinja offers the same self-hosted control and infrastructure independence as Jenkins but deploys in under 5 minutes with a single Docker command, includes a modern web UI without plugins, and requires no Groovy knowledge.
Can I run BuildNinja in an air-gapped or offline environment?
Yes. BuildNinja is designed to operate fully offline once deployed. There is no phone-home requirement, no cloud dependency, and no external service calls required for normal operation. This makes BuildNinja suitable for air-gapped networks in classified, industrial, or highly secure financial environments where no internet connectivity is available or permitted.
Does BuildNinja work with GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket?
Yes. BuildNinja has native integrations with GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, and any self-hosted Git server. It supports OAuth 2.0 and OIDC for single sign-on authentication, and connects to version control systems via SSH tunnels with zero-trust architecture. Webhook-driven build triggers fire within seconds of a code push to any connected repository.
Is BuildNinja suitable for HIPAA or financial compliance requirements?
BuildNinja's self-hosted architecture means your build data and source code never touch a third-party cloud. This makes it well-suited for teams in regulated industries - healthcare, finance, defence, government - where data sovereignty and on-premise processing requirements are mandated. Combined with AES-256 encryption for secrets, role-based access control, and SSO support, BuildNinja provides the security infrastructure that compliance-sensitive teams require.
What are the minimum server requirements to run BuildNinja?
BuildNinja runs on any modern Linux, Windows, or macOS server with Docker installed. For small teams running up to 50 builds per day, a 2 vCPU / 4 GB RAM server is sufficient. For teams running 200+ builds per day with parallel execution, an 8 vCPU / 16 GB RAM server is recommended. BuildNinja's agent architecture lets you distribute build load across multiple machines as your team grows.
What happens to my price when my team grows?
Nothing. With zero per-seat costs and unlimited configurations, your cost stays at zero regardless of your team size or project count.
Do I need a DevOps engineer to set up BuildNinja?
No. Engineer may set up BuildNinja in under 30 minutes. The Unified Installer handles server, agent, and database on Windows. Docker users pull one image and configure with environment variables.
Does it support macOS / Apple Silicon?
Yes. Full support for Apple Silicon (M-series) on both Server and Agent. You can run builds natively on your Mac infrastructure.
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