Experimental R&D Site - This is an unofficial prototype. Visit osgeo.org for the official site.
Latest news will appear here soon.

Mailing Lists

Connect with the OSGeo Community

Overview

OSGeo Mailing Lists

Mailing lists are the primary way the OSGeo community communicates. They’re used for:

  • Asking questions and getting help
  • Discussing development and new features
  • Announcing releases and important news
  • Coordinating contributions and activities
General

General OSGeo Lists

These lists cover the OSGeo organization and general topics:

ListDescriptionSubscribe
OSGeo-DiscussGeneral discussion about OSGeoSubscribe
OSGeo-BoardBoard meeting announcements (read-only)Subscribe
OSGeo-MarketingMarketing and outreach coordinationSubscribe
Projects

Project-Specific Lists

Each OSGeo project maintains its own mailing lists:

QGIS

ListDescriptionSubscribe
QGIS-UserUser questions and discussionSubscribe
QGIS-DeveloperDevelopment discussionSubscribe

GRASS GIS

ListDescriptionSubscribe
GRASS-UserUser questions and discussionSubscribe
GRASS-DevDevelopment discussionSubscribe

GeoServer

ListDescriptionSubscribe
GeoServer-UsersUser questions and discussionSubscribe
GeoServer-DevelDevelopment discussionSubscribe

PostGIS

ListDescriptionSubscribe
PostGIS-UsersUser questions and discussionSubscribe
PostGIS-DevelDevelopment discussionSubscribe

GDAL

ListDescriptionSubscribe
GDAL-DevDevelopment and user discussionSubscribe

OpenLayers

ListDescriptionSubscribe
OpenLayers-UsersUser questions and discussionSubscribe
OpenLayers-DevDevelopment discussionSubscribe
Regional

Regional Lists

Connect with geospatial communities in your region:

ListRegionSubscribe
OSGeo-AfricaAfricaSubscribe
OSGeo-AsiaAsiaSubscribe
OSGeo-OceaniaAustralia & PacificSubscribe
Guidelines

Mailing List Etiquette

To get the most from mailing lists:

  • Search first - Check archives before asking
  • Be specific - Include software version, OS, and error messages
  • Use descriptive subjects - Help others find your thread
  • Reply to the list - Share knowledge with everyone
  • Be patient - Everyone is a volunteer
  • Be respectful - Follow the Code of Conduct

Browse All Lists{.button .is-osgeo-primary .is-medium}

How to Subscribe

  1. Click the subscribe link for your list
  2. Enter your email address
  3. Choose your delivery options
  4. Confirm via email

New to Mailing Lists?

Start with one user list for the software you use most. Once comfortable, explore other lists.

Recommended first list: QGIS-User

Alternatives

Prefer other platforms?

  • IRC - Real-time chat on Libera.Chat
  • Matrix - Federated chat rooms
  • GitHub Discussions - Project-specific forums
  • Stack Exchange - GIS Q&A site

See All Channels

List Archives

All mailing lists have searchable archives. Check them before posting to see if your question has been answered.

Search Archives