Platform Features
Civic OS provides a comprehensive platform for government agencies and non-profit organizations to build, manage, and maintain their information systems without requiring technical expertise.
Features at a Glance
Visual system creation
RESTful by default
Granular permissions
Works anywhere
You own your data
AGPL licensed
Core Platform Features
No-Code System Builder
Create complex information systems using intuitive visual tools. Define data structures, input forms, and display views without writing code.
Automated Data Management
Civic OS automatically handles:
- Definition: Structure your data
- Input: Generate forms
- Display: Create reports
RESTful APIs
Every system automatically generates APIs for:
- Software integration
- Open data access
- Mobile apps
- Third-party tools
Granular Access Control
Control who can view, edit, and manage data at every level. Role-based permissions ensure security while maintaining transparency.
Responsive Design
All interfaces work seamlessly across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices—accessible for staff, citizens, donors, and volunteers.
Self-Hosted or Cloud
Deploy on your infrastructure or use our managed hosting. You always own your data and can migrate at any time.
Use Cases
Whether managing public services or coordinating charitable programs, Civic OS adapts to your organization’s needs.
Government Use Cases
Small Communities
(Under 2,500)
- Permit tracking
- Public works requests
- Meeting minutes
- Asset inventory
Medium Cities
(2,500-10,000)
- Multi-department workflows
- Citizen relationship management
- Budget tracking
- Code enforcement
- Parks registration
Large Municipalities
(10,000+)
- Enterprise resource planning
- Cross-department integration
- Advanced analytics
- Public engagement platforms
- GIS integration
Non-Profit Use Cases
Grassroots
(Up to 500 stakeholders)
- Donor tracking
- Volunteer management
- Event coordination
- Member directory
Growing Impact
(501-2,000 stakeholders)
- Program management
- Grant tracking
- Impact measurement
- Campaign coordination
- Beneficiary services
Established
(2,000+ stakeholders)
- Multi-program coordination
- Fund accounting
- Stakeholder CRM
- Compliance reporting
- Strategic planning tools
Technical Specifications
Open Source
Built on proven open-source technologies. AGPL licensed for transparency and community development.
Standards Compliant
Follows open data standards:
- RESTful API design
- JSON/CSV exports
- Standard auth protocols
- WCAG compliance (coming)
Scalable
Designed to grow with your organization—from small townships to major metros, grassroots to foundations.
Ready to Get Started?
See how Civic OS can transform your operations—whether you’re managing public services or coordinating charitable programs.