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OpenLP
Free, open-source presentation software for churches
As of 1 September 2026, OpenLP is free to use. OpenLP is completely free, open-source presentation software designed for churches. Softwr lists it under Religion. OpenLP is made by OpenLP Community, launched in 2008, available on Windows, macOS, Linux.
Overview
What OpenLP does
OpenLP is completely free, open-source presentation software designed for churches. No license fees or hidden costs. Community-driven development with active user base supporting churches worldwide.
What people use it for
- Member management
- Donation tracking
- Event planning
- Volunteer scheduling
- Communication
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The honest half
Where it falls short
Concrete and checkable, so you can decide whether any of them matter to you. This is the half of a review a vendor will not write about OpenLP.
- There is no standalone mobile app; the Android and iOS apps are remote controls for a desktop running OpenLP
- Only the most recent Fedora release and Debian unstable are supported on those distributions
- The Flatpak build is experimental and the OpenLP team states it does not support its use
- Requires macOS 10.15 or higher and Windows 10 or higher
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- OpenLPvsLogos Bible Software
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Pricing
What OpenLP costs
Taken from the vendor's own pricing page. Prices move, so check before you buy.
Community Edition
Free
- Full features
- No restrictions
- Community support
Capabilities
Features
Presentation
Lyric Display
Media Playback
Bible Display
Theme Support
Integration with Theme Support
Plugin System
Integration with Plugin System
Custom Layouts
Integration with Custom Layouts
Scripture Integration
Integration with Scripture Integration
Windows support
Available on Windows
Mac support
Available on Mac
Linux support
Available on Linux
Answered, with sources
Questions people ask
Each answer names the page it came from, so you can check it rather than take our word for it.
How much does OpenLP cost?
OpenLP is completely free to download, install, and use. Being open source means OpenLP is free forever with no licensing or subscription fees.
SourceCan I install OpenLP on multiple computers for free?
Yes, OpenLP can be downloaded, installed on multiple computers, and distributed to others at no cost.
SourceWhat platforms does OpenLP support?
OpenLP is free for Windows, Mac, Linux, and FreeBSD platforms with no platform-specific licensing costs.
SourceBehind it
Who makes OpenLP
- Company
- OpenLP Community
- Based in
- Community-driven
Timeline
OpenLP over time
- Launch2024-02-29
OpenLP 3.1.0 Superb Seth released
Source - Launch2022-12-31
OpenLP 3.0 Steadfast Simeon released
Source - Milestone2019-09-20
Source code hosting moved to GitLab
Source - Licence change2019-05-01
OpenLP relicensed under GPL version 3
Source - Launch2012-12-02
OpenLP 2.0 released
Source - Milestone2009-03-04
Version 1.0 moved into maintenance mode
Source - Launch2008-02-01
openlp.org 1.0 released
Source - Founded2004-02-13
OpenLP project registered on SourceForge
Source
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Compare OpenLP with
- Rock RMS
- Breeze
- SermonAudio
- Planning Center
- Logos Bible Software
- Quelea
- EasyWorship
- Church Community Builder
- MediaShout
- ProPresenter
- Bible Gateway
- Servant Keeper
- ShelbyNext Membership
- SimpleChurch CRM
- Text In Church
- The Church App
- Tithely Church App
- Faithlife Proclaim
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