Is Frappe Framework truly free to use?

Yes. Frappe Framework and all Frappe products are released under the MIT License, which allows free use, modification, and distribution. You only pay for hosting infrastructure or optional managed services like Frappe Cloud.

Can Frappe products work together in a single instance?

Absolutely. Frappe's multi-app architecture allows ERPNext, Frappe HR, Frappe CRM, Raven, and other apps to run on the same Frappe site — sharing data, users, and workflows seamlessly.

What is the difference between Frappe Framework and ERPNext?

Frappe Framework is the underlying development platform; ERPNext is a business ERP application built on top of it. Think of Frappe as the engine and ERPNext as one of many vehicles powered by that engine.

How does Frappe v16 benefit existing ERPNext users?

Frappe v16 (released January 2026) brings nearly 2× performance improvements, a revamped workspace UI, Chrome-based PDF generation, enhanced table controls, and role-based field masking — significantly improving speed and usability for all Frappe applications.

Is Frappe suitable for enterprise-scale businesses?

Yes. Frappe powers multi-plant manufacturers, global retail chains, hospital networks, and other large enterprises. The framework's multi-tenancy, role-based access, audit trails, and scalable architecture are built for enterprise requirements.

How long does a Frappe product implementation take?

Implementation timelines vary by product and complexity. A focused Frappe HR deployment may take 4–8 weeks; a full ERPNext + CRM + Helpdesk suite for a mid-sized enterprise typically requires 3–6 months with proper change management.

Open Source Framework

The Frappe Framework & Its Product Ecosystem

Frappe Framework is the open-source engine powering ERPNext and over a dozen world-class business applications — from HR and CRM to team collaboration and cloud storage. Built on Python & JavaScript, it's the foundation for the future of enterprise software.

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Latest Version

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Forum Members

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DocType Builder

Visual form builder for creating database schemas, field types, and relationships without raw SQL.

Role-Based Permissions

Granular access control at document, field, and action levels for enterprise security.

Workflow Engine

Multi-step approval workflows with conditional routing, email notifications, and state management.

REST API & Webhooks

Auto-generated REST API for every DocType, plus webhooks for seamless third-party integrations.

Multi-Tenant & Cloud-Ready Architecture

Run hundreds of isolated sites on a single server with Bench, or deploy managed instances on Frappe Cloud. Built for SaaS, on-premise, and hybrid environments.

HRMS

Frappe HR

A modern, 100% open-source Human Resource Management System for managing the full employee lifecycle — from onboarding to payroll, attendance, and compliance.

Employee onboarding & lifecycle management

Attendance, leaves & shift management

Payroll processing with multi-country tax compliance

Performance appraisals & goal tracking

Expense claims & travel management

Seamlessly integrates with ERPNext accounting

CRM

Frappe CRM

A fully featured, open-source CRM built for modern sales teams — clean UI, powerful pipeline management, and deep integrations with Frappe ecosystems.

Lead & deal pipeline with Kanban views

Built-in calling via Twilio & Exotel

Facebook lead sync & multi-source capture

Email, call log & activity timeline

Custom fields, views & user management

Google Calendar integration (in development)

SUPPORT

Frappe Helpdesk

A well-designed, open-source customer support and ticketing platform for managing customer queries, SLAs, and service escalations efficiently.

Omni-channel ticket management

SLA tracking & breach notifications

Customer portal with self-service options

Team assignment & escalation rules

Knowledge base & FAQs

Deep integration with ERPNext & Frappe CRM

Collaboration

Gameplan

An open-source team collaboration and work communication tool designed for remote and distributed teams — structured, searchable, and delightfully designed.

Spaces, discussions & project READMEs

Rich-text editor with polls, tables & media

RediSearch-powered instant search

Unlimited conversation history

People directory with profile pages

Task lists & draft saving

Storage

Frappe Drive

An open-source, self-hosted cloud storage and collaboration platform — your private alternative to Google Drive with team folders, S3 support, and rich document editing.

Self-hosted with S3-compatible storage backend

Team folders with granular permissions

Rich document editor with real-time comments

Guest access & public sharing controls

Keyboard shortcuts & bulk file actions

5 GB free on Frappe Cloud

Messaging

Raven

A simple, open-source team messaging platform built natively for the Frappe ecosystem — a privacy-first Slack alternative that lives alongside your ERPNext instance.

Channels, direct messages & threads

Native ERPNext & Frappe document linking

AI Agents for workflow automation (Raven Bot)

File sharing & rich message formatting

Fully self-hosted, zero third-party data sharing

Now officially part of Frappe (Jan 2026 acquisition)

Analytics

Frappe Insights

A free and open-source business intelligence and data analytics tool that connects directly to your Frappe/ERPNext data for powerful visual reporting.

Visual query builder — no SQL required

Pivot tables with drill-down capabilities

Charts, dashboards & data summaries

Connects to ERPNext & external databases

Role-based report sharing

Scheduled report delivery via email

Learning

Frappe LMS

An open-source Learning Management System for creating, managing, and delivering online courses — powering Frappe School and available for your own training portal.

Course creation with rich content types

Attendance tracking & certifications

Multi-language & regional language support

Zoom integration for live sessions

Email templates & student notifications

Bulk data import for enterprise rollouts

Web Builder

Frappe Builder

A visual, pixel-perfect website builder that bridges the gap between design and content publishing — built on Frappe for seamless integration with your existing Frappe apps.

Drag-and-drop visual page editor

Pixel-perfect design with responsive layouts

Connect pages to live Frappe data

SEO-friendly output with fast load times

Custom components & reusable blocks

Deploy directly on Frappe Cloud

Managed Hosting

Frappe Cloud — The Official Hosting Platform

Frappe Cloud is the fully managed, enterprise-grade hosting platform for all Frappe applications. It handles installation, upgrades, monitoring, auto-scaling, backups, and 2FA security — so your team can focus on running the business, not the infrastructure. With the new auto-scaling system rolling out in 2025–26, it dynamically handles traffic spikes with zero downtime.

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Open Source, Forever

All Frappe products are MIT-licensed. No vendor lock-in, no per-user fees, no hidden licensing costs. Own your software.

Performance in v16

Frappe Framework v16 (Jan 2026) delivers nearly double the performance of previous versions — crucial for high-data-volume enterprises.

22k+

Global Community

Over 22,000 users on the discuss forum and a growing network of certified partners delivering implementations worldwide.

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Extensibility

Build unlimited custom apps on the same framework, plug into the Frappe Marketplace, and integrate any third-party system via REST API.

Your Implementation Partner

How Sanskar Technolab Can Help You Navigate the Frappe Ecosystem

With deep expertise across the entire Frappe product ecosystem — from ERPNext and Frappe HR to CRM, Helpdesk, and custom app development — Sanskar Technolab is your trusted Frappe implementation and customisation partner in India.

We've delivered solutions for enterprise clients across manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and services — helping organisations get measurable ROI from the Frappe ecosystem while keeping full ownership of their technology stack.

10+

Years of Frappe & ERPNext implementation experience

100+

Successful Frappe product deployments across industries

15+

Industries served including manufacturing, retail & healthcare

100%

Open-source stack — no proprietary lock-in, ever

Multi-Plant Manufacturing

Retail & Distribution

Healthcare & Pharma

Education

Financial Services

NGOs

Real Estate

Hospitality

Our Services

Frappe Ecosystem Consultation

We assess your business needs and design the right combination of Frappe products — ERPNext, Frappe HR, CRM, Helpdesk, and more — to solve your specific challenges.

Implementation & Configuration

End-to-end deployment of any Frappe product — on-premise, Frappe Cloud, or hybrid — with proper configuration, workflows, roles, and go-live support.

Custom App Development

Build bespoke applications and modules on Frappe Framework tailored to your unique processes — from DocTypes and server scripts to full custom web apps.

Third-Party Integrations

Connect Frappe products with your existing systems — payment gateways, eCommerce platforms, logistics providers, government APIs, and enterprise tools.

Migration & Upgrades

Migrate from legacy ERP/HR/CRM systems to Frappe with zero data loss. Upgrade existing Frappe installations to v16 with performance optimisation.

Training & Ongoing Support

Comprehensive user training for all Frappe products, plus AMC and support contracts ensuring your Frappe ecosystem runs smoothly long after go-live.