Completely offline
Data stays on your computer or server. No cloud, no third parties, no data transfers.
ON-PREMISE / LOCAL
Your data.
Your server.
For medical practices, law firms, therapists and industries with strict data privacy requirements: GoStart runs completely locally – without cloud, without external servers. Your data never leaves your network.
HOW IT WORKS
GoStart on your own machine.
You install a small application on your PC or server. Then you open the browser and work as usual – except everything stays with you.
1
Install
Download and launch GoStart Local. No complicated setup – a double-click is all it takes.
2
Activate licence
You receive a licence file with exactly the modules you need. Just place it – done.
3
Get started
Open the browser, log in, work. Invoices, clients, appointments – all locally on your device.
FEATURES
Same software. Your infrastructure.
Signed updates
Automatic updates over a secure connection. Every update is digitally signed – no one can tamper.
Modular licence
You only pay for the modules you need. Invoices, clients, appointments, time tracking – bookable separately.
Same interface
Exactly the same interface as the cloud version. No relearning, no difference for your team.
Multiple users
Your team works over the local network. Everyone has their own login with defined permissions.
Windows, macOS, Linux
Runs on all common operating systems. No special hardware required.
WHO IS IT FOR?
Ideal for industries with data privacy obligations.
Medical practices
Patient data doesn't belong in the cloud. GoStart Local stores everything locally – GDPR compliant.
Law firms
Client data, invoices and time tracking under your full control.
Therapists & coaches
Session notes, appointment bookings and invoices – without sensitive data leaving your office.
Accountants
Client files and billing on your server. You decide who has access.
COMPARISON
Cloud vs. Local
| GoStart Cloud | GoStart Local | |
|---|---|---|
| Data storage | Swiss servers | Your machine |
| Internet required | Yes | No |
| Updates | Automatic | Signed + automatic |
| Users | Unlimited | Licence-based |
| Modules | All included | Selectable per licence |
| Price | Free / Subscription | One-time + maintenance |
| Setup | Instant | 5 minutes |
Interested in GoStart Local?
We set up GoStart Local for you – including licence and personal onboarding.
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