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Trench

Fast, scalable event tracking powered by ClickHouse and Kafka. GDPR compliant with massive throughput and real-time queries.

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Trench is a fast, scalable open-source analytics infrastructure designed for developers who need reliable event tracking without the bloat. Built on industry-standard technologies like ClickHouse and Kafka, it delivers massive throughput while maintaining GDPR compliance.

Key Features

  • High Throughput: Track thousands of events per second on a single node with Kafka.
  • Real-Time Queries: Query data instantly using SQL or REST.
  • Segment Compliance: Fully compliant with Segment’s Track, Identify, Group, and other industry standards.
  • Data Export: Send data anywhere via throttled webhooks.
  • Single Docker Image: Deploy with a single production-ready Docker image—no need to manage Kafka, ClickHouse, or the application separately.
  • Self-Hosted or Cloud: Choose between self-hosting or managed cloud solutions.
  • Enterprise-Grade Security: Includes SAML 2.0 SSO, on-premises deployment, and dedicated support for large organizations.

Tech / Self-Hosting

Trench combines Kafka and ClickHouse, technologies trusted by companies like Airbnb, Datadog, and Spotify. The platform is designed for production environments with best practices baked in. Self-hosting is straightforward with a single Docker image, while the cloud option provides scalability and support for enterprise needs.