← Directory

FOG Project

FOG Project is a free, open-source network imaging and inventory suite that captures, deploys, and manages Windows, macOS, and Linux machines via PXE boot and…

  • Backup
  • Network Services
  • Tools & Utilities
FOG Project is a free, open-source network imaging and inventory suite that captures, deploys, and manages Windows, macOS, and Linux machines via PXE boot and a web GUI, helping IT teams standardize, reimagine, and track computer fleets.

Platform availability

Available on 1 of 9 platforms

  • Unraid
  • TrueNAS (not listed)
  • Umbrel (not listed)
  • ZimaOS (not listed)
  • Proxmox (not listed)
  • Helm (not listed)
  • Mac (not listed)
  • Windows (not listed)
  • Linux (not listed)

Health score

Not enough data yet for a health score. It needs at least 2 of 4 factors: maintenance, popularity, ease of install, resource needs.

Availability: platform listings confirmed today, links checked 7 days ago

GitHub stars
1,679
Open issues
15
Last commit
2026-10-11
Latest release
1.6.0-RC-11
License
GPL-3.0
Activity
declining

Checked today - source: GitHub (FOGProject/fogproject)

Resources & Compatibility

ARM (e.g. Raspberry Pi) is not supported.

Checked 16 days ago - source: Docker Hub image tags and published docs

First-install notes

  • Use the stable installer Run `sudo ./installfog.sh` and follow the prompts instead of using the `-y` option, which skips them. `sudo` lets the installer change system files, and answering the questions avoids a half-configured install. source
  • Run it from the bin folder Open the stable project's `bin` folder and run the installer from there. That folder is where the install script belongs, and starting from the wrong folder can stop setup before it really begins. source

Fetched 16 days ago - each note links to its source

Alternatives (12)

  • Carbon Copy Cloner - Carbon Copy Cloner (CCC) features an interface designed to make the cloning and backup procedure very intuitive.
  • Clonezilla - Open-source partition and disk imaging solution with multicast support, capable of cloning over 40 computers simultaneously.
  • Macrium Reflect - Securely backup data, clone and image disks using local, network, or USB drives with a subscription model accommodating personal and commer…
  • ManageEngine Endpoint Central - Secure and manage IT devices with features like automated patching, asset intelligence, remote troubleshooting, data protection, and securi…
  • MiniTool ShadowMaker
  • O&O DiskImage - Effortlessly create images of your computer, partitions while operating, recover files easily, even if Windows fails, with secure and encry…
  • Paragon Backup & Recovery - Paragon Backup & Recovery is an advanced backup and recovery software.
  • R-Linux
  • Redo Rescue - Redo Rescue is an easy-to-use backup and recovery solution that can restore a fully working system from a backup image, even to a blank new…
  • Rescuezilla - Free, user-friendly disk cloning and imaging software, boots from USB for Windows, Mac, and Linux.
  • Serva 32/64 - Serva is an Automated PXE Server Solution Accelerator based on an all-in-one portable multi-server engine including BINL(RIS/WDS), HTTP, FT…
  • SuperDuper! - SuperDuper makes recovery painless, because it makes creating a fully bootable backup painless.

Checked 13 days ago - source: AlternativeTo

Common questions

Should I skip the FOG installer prompts by using the -y option?

The documentation recommends running sudo ./installfog.sh and answering the prompts instead of using -y. Skipping the prompts can leave the install half-configured.

Do I need boot disks or CD media to image computers with FOG?

No, FOG is described as not using boot disks or CDs. It performs the work over TFTP and PXE.

Can I manage FOG clients from outside my local network?

Yes, but remote management from anywhere requires a public-facing FOG Server.

Why might unexpected network adapters show up in FOG host records?

They can come from the legacy FOG Client Host Registration module. That module reports every adapter Windows sees, including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and virtual Wi-Fi Direct adapters.

Answers sourced from fogproject.org, forums.fogproject.org, github.com, www.reddit.com

Community

Collected 15 days ago - public community threads