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Magic Docs
Self-hosted Mintlify alternative for product documentation
# Developer Docs
Featured on : Apr 24. 2025
Featured on : Apr 24. 2025
What is Magic Docs?
Magic Docs is a self-hosted Mintlify alternative built with Next.js and MDX. Included in Once UI Pro. Launch fast, beautiful docs you control—for 1/20th the cost.
Problem
Users need to create and manage product documentation but face high costs and lack control with existing solutions like Mintlify.
Solution
A self-hosted Mintlify alternative built with Next.js and MDX that lets users launch customizable, cost-effective documentation. Example: Hosted on-premises with MDX support for dynamic content.
Customers
Developers, technical writers, and product managers at tech startups or enterprises requiring scalable, controlled documentation.
Unique Features
Self-hosted architecture reduces costs by 95% compared to SaaS alternatives, integrates with Next.js for performance, and uses MDX for rich content flexibility.
User Comments
Simplifies documentation setup
Cost-effective for small teams
Requires technical expertise to host
Limited third-party integrations
Highly customizable
Traction
Part of Once UI Pro (parent product). Launched on ProductHunt with 200+ upvotes. Pricing starts at $99 for a lifetime license.
Market Size
The global developer tools market, including documentation platforms, is valued at $6.8 billion in 2023 (Source: MarketsandMarkets).