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VisualSVN Server
Limassol, Cyprus
What it is
VisualSVN Server is an Apache Subversion server for Windows, distributed as one installation package that sets up a complete server. Its web interface searches repository contents and history across folders and revisions, with indexing that continues as revisions are added. VDFS replicates repositories between geographically distributed sites, and those repositories remain writable. Backup and Restore provides hot backups and scheduled repository verification. In Active Directory environments, users can authenticate with Windows credentials through Kerberos V5 or NTLM; two-factor authentication and smart cards are also supported. Administration tools include an MMC console and PowerShell cmdlets. The server can log HTTP requests and Subversion operations to the Windows Event Log and temporarily block IP addresses after repeated authentication failures. RESTful URLs can link repository content with issue trackers and other third-party applications. It works with Apache Subversion clients and uses the standard repository format. The free Community plan allows unlimited repositories and up to 15 users, including for commercial use. Paid perpetual licenses start at $55, paid once; a 45-day trial is listed.
For and against
For
- Single package installs the Subversion server
- Writable repository replication between sites
- Hot backups and scheduled verification
- Works with all Apache Subversion clients
- Free Community plan permits commercial use
Against
- Server operating systems start at Windows Server 2012 R2
- Community plan supports up to 15 users
- Paid perpetual licenses start at $55, paid once
The verdict
VisualSVN Server provides Windows-based Subversion hosting with search, replication, backup, and administrative controls. Its free Community tier has a 15-user limit, while paid licenses are perpetual.
Who it suits
VisualSVN Server suits teams that need to host Subversion repositories on Windows, with repository search, backup, and administration tools. Organizations with geographically distributed sites or Active Directory may find its replication and authentication options relevant.
Plans and prices
Community
Unlimited repositories · up to 15 users · free for commercial use
Read 3 Oct 2026 · visualsvn.com
Essential
For home usage or small teams · license size determines user and VDFS repository limits
Read 3 Oct 2026 · visualsvn.com
Enterprise
For SMB or Enterprise · license size determines user and VDFS repository limits
Read 3 Oct 2026 · visualsvn.com
Enterprise Multinode
For all nodes in one VDFS cluster · unlimited VDFS repositories · license size determines user limit
Read 3 Oct 2026 · visualsvn.com
On the record
- Administration
- VisualSVN Server includes an MMC management console and PowerShell cmdlets for administration and automation.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Authentication
- In Active Directory environments, users can sign in with Windows credentials using Kerberos V5 or NTLM; two-factor authentication and smart cards are supported.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Backup
- Its Backup and Restore feature supports hot backups and scheduled repository verification.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Company
- VisualSVN Software Ltd says it has provided version control tools and solutions since 2005 and lists its address in Limassol, Cyprus.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Compatibility
- The server is compatible with all Apache Subversion clients and stores repositories in the standard format.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Installation
- It is distributed as a single installation package that sets up a full-featured Subversion server.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- The web interface uses RESTful URLs to link repository content with issue trackers and other third-party applications.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Platform limits
- The download page lists Windows Server 2012 R2–2025 and Windows 8.1 or later as supported operating systems.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- VisualSVN Server is an enterprise-ready Apache Subversion server for Windows.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Replication
- VDFS provides replication between geographically distributed sites, and distributed repositories are writable.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Repository search
- Full-text search covers repository contents and history across folders and revisions, with continuous indexing of new revisions.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Security
- The product can log HTTP requests and Subversion operations to the Windows Event Log, and temporarily block IP addresses after repeated authentication failures.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Support
- The company says free technical support is available regardless of license type.visualsvn.com · read 3 Oct 2026
