
Frappe Helpdesk
Open-source helpdesk and ticket management software
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Last commit 27 Jul 2026.

Frappe Helpdesk is a modern, open-source customer service and ticket management application built for handling support requests in an organized, workflow-driven way. It provides dedicated views for support agents and customers, aiming to replace ad-hoc email-based support with a streamlined portal.
Key Features
- Agent and customer portal views for submitting, tracking, and resolving tickets
- Configurable SLAs to define and measure response and resolution targets
- Auto-assignment rules based on criteria such as priority, issue type, or workload
- Built-in knowledge base for publishing help articles and reducing inbound tickets
- Saved replies for faster, more consistent responses to common questions
Use Cases
- Running a customer support desk for SaaS products, agencies, or internal IT teams
- Providing a self-service portal with knowledge base articles to deflect tickets
- Managing support operations with SLA tracking and rule-based ticket assignment
Limitations and Considerations
- Requires the Frappe Framework runtime and its standard operational components (commonly deployed via containers), so it is best suited to teams comfortable operating Frappe-based applications
Frappe Helpdesk is a solid choice for teams that want a customizable, open-source ticketing system with a clean UI and practical automation features. It fits well in organizations already using (or planning to use) the Frappe ecosystem.
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