Users & Developers Mailing Lists

Join the conversation. Get help, report issues, discuss architecture, and stay updated with the latest GeoServer releases and community news.

📢 Users List

General discussion, configuration questions, usage tips, and official announcements. Open to everyone.

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💻 Developers List

Architecture discussions, code reviews, release planning, and core development coordination. For contributors and maintainers.

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📖 How to Subscribe & Manage

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🤝 Community Guidelines

To keep the mailing lists productive and respectful, please follow these guidelines:

  • Search the archives first: Many common questions have already been answered. Use the search function before posting.
  • Be specific and concise: Include your GeoServer version, OS, relevant log snippets, and steps to reproduce the issue.
  • Use GitHub for confirmed bugs: If you've isolated a bug or have a feature request, open an issue on GitHub instead of the mailing list.
  • Stay professional: We adhere to the OSGeo Code of Conduct. Constructive feedback is welcome; harassment or trolling will result in removal.
  • Keep attachments minimal: Use paste services (e.g., pastebin, github gist) for logs, configs, or stack traces. Large attachments are blocked.
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🌐 Other Ways to Connect

The mailing lists are just one part of the GeoServer community. Find real-time help and contribute through these channels:

GitHub Issues & PRs

Track bugs, propose features, review code, and contribute to the core project.

Matrix / IRC Chat

Get quick help on #geoserver via Matrix (geoserver:osgeo.net) or legacy IRC.

GeoServer Wiki & Docs

Access installation guides, configuration tutorials, and developer documentation.

OSGeo Events

Attend GeoServer sprints, FOSS4G conferences, and regional meetups.