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Read the Docs

A popular platform for building and hosting technical documentation. It automates the process of creating versioned documentation from your Git repository, making it easy to keep your docs up-to-date.

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Key Features

  • Automated Builds: Automatically builds documentation from your Git repository on every commit.
  • Version Control: Seamlessly manages multiple versions of your documentation.
  • Custom Domains: Host your documentation on your own custom domain.
  • Search Functionality: Built-in search to help users find information quickly.
  • Webhooks: Integrate with your existing development workflow using webhooks.
  • Multiple Formats: Supports various documentation formats like Sphinx, MkDocs, and more.

Who is it for?

For API Providers

Centralize and standardize documentation for all APIs, libraries, and SDKs, making it easier for developers to find and use them.

For Software Companies

Create comprehensive and easily accessible user guides and manuals for software products, reducing support requests and improving user satisfaction.

For Open Source Projects

Enable open-source projects to host and maintain documentation, fostering collaboration and community engagement.

What Users Are Saying

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Alice K.

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"Read the Docs has been a lifesaver for our team. It's so easy to keep our documentation up-to-date. The automated builds are a game-changer!"

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Bob M.

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"Great platform for hosting our documentation! The search functionality is excellent. Sometimes the build times can be a little slow, but overall, it's fantastic."

C

Charlie S.

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"Simple and effective documentation hosting. Love the version control features. Makes it easy for our team to collaborate on and maintain accurate documentation."

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