FAQ - Open Guestbook

🎓 General Questions

What is Open Guestbook?

Open Guestbook is a decentralized guestbook service that allows you to add modern, customizable guestbooks to any website. It's privacy-focused, open-source, and requires no backend setup.

How much does it cost?

Open Guestbook is free to use for basic features. Premium plans are available for advanced customization, analytics, and higher entry limits. All plans include GDPR compliance and 24/7 support.

Can I use it on any website?

Yes! Our iframe solution works with any website—static, CMS-based, or custom. You can also use our JavaScript SDK or self-host the service for full control.

💻 Technical Integration

How do I embed the guestbook?

Use our iframe code generator in your dashboard to copy-paste into your HTML. You can also use the JavaScript SDK for custom integrations.

<iframe 
  src="https://api.openguestbook.tech/embed/guestbook?site_id=YOUR_SITE_ID" 
  class="w-full aspect-video rounded-lg" 
  frameborder="0"
  allowfullscreen>
</iframe>

Replace YOUR_SITE_ID with your unique identifier from your dashboard.

How does the JavaScript SDK work?

The SDK lets you create fully customized guestbook interfaces. Read our developer documentation for API references and code examples.

Do I need a server?

No. The iframe version requires no backend. The JavaScript SDK requires basic JavaScript knowledge. Self-hosted deployments are available for full control.

🔐 Privacy & Compliance

Is data encrypted?

All guestbook entries are stored with 256-bit AES encryption. We're SOC-2 Type II certified and undergo regular third-party security audits.

How do you handle GDPR compliance?

Open Guestbook provides automatic cookie consent banners for EU visitors. You can configure data anonymization, opt-out options, and full GDPR-compliant data export at any time.

Can I delete guestbook data?

Yes. Your dashboard includes real-time moderation tools with spam filtering and entry deletion capabilities. All data is deletable per-user or site-wide.

🤝 Support & Resources

How can I contact support?

For urgent matters, email support@openguestbook.tech. For technical questions, visit our Discord community.

Are there tutorials?

Yes! View our video guides and step-by-step instructions on the Tutorials page, or explore code samples in our GitHub repository.

Where are your servers located?

Our infrastructure is hosted in GDPR-compliant data centers located in Germany and the Netherlands. All data transfers use HTTPS encryption.

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