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OpenDJ

Modern, high-performance LDAP v3 compliant directory server developed in Java.

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LicenseCDDL-1.0
GitHub stars1.2k
Last commit1 weeks ago
Tags5 topics
High Throughput DirectoryOpendj ServerJava Ldap ServerOpends ContinuationSecurity
Overview

Why consider OpenDJ?

OpenDJ is an open-source, Java-based LDAP v3 directory server maintained by Open Identity Platform (continuation of Sun OpenDS / ForgeRock OpenDJ). Featuring multi-master replication, REST-to-LDAP endpoints, and sub-millisecond read latency, OpenDJ serves as a scalable directory service.

Guided learning

Learn OpenDJ by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of OpenDJ

OpenDJ provides JSON REST interfaces over underlying LDAP user directories.

Docker Quickstart

bash
1docker run -d -p 1389:1389 -p 1636:1636 openidentityplatform/opendj:latest

OpenDJ is licensed under the Common Development and Distribution License (CDDL-1.0).

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OpenDJ FAQs

OpenDJ is listed as a Security tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

OpenDJ is listed under the CDDL-1.0 license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

OpenDJ is listed as an alternative to Active Directory. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.