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Logtail

Centralize structured logs and query them quickly with SQL-like syntax.

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Websitelogtail.com
CategoryMonitoring
PricingFreemium
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ABOUT

What is Logtail?

Logtail is the log management component of the Better Stack ecosystem, offering structured log ingestion with SQL-based querying. It supports live tailing, alerting on log patterns and integration with common frameworks and platforms. Logtail is designed as a lightweight alternative to heavier log aggregation tools like Splunk or Datadog Logs.

BEFORE YOU SIGN UP

What you should know

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SQL-based log queryingQuery structured logs with standard SQL instead of learning a proprietary query language. This lowers the barrier for team members who already know SQL.
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Live tail and real-time alertsStream logs in real time and configure alerts on log patterns without writing complex pipelines.
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Part of Better Stack ecosystemLogtail is tightly integrated with Better Stack uptime and incident management, which is convenient if you use the full stack but limiting if you want a standalone log tool.
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Query speed at scaleOn very large log volumes, query performance does not match dedicated platforms like Axiom that use columnar storage and advanced indexing.

COMMUNITY

From the forums

Developers on r/devops appreciate the SQL query interface, which feels familiar to anyone who knows standard SQL. The live tail feature and the ability to set up alerts quickly are frequently called out as standout features. Some users note that the query performance on larger log volumes is not as fast as dedicated log platforms like Axiom or Mezmo.

— Community sentiment · Reddit

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FAQ

Questions, answered.

Can I use Logtail without Better Stack uptime?＋

Yes, Logtail is available as a standalone log management product with its own free tier, separate from the uptime monitoring features.

What log sources does Logtail support?＋

Logtail supports syslog, HTTP/S, Heroku drains, Docker, Kubernetes and integrations for common frameworks like Rails, Django and Laravel.

How long are logs retained on the free tier?＋

The free tier retains logs for 3 days. Paid plans offer retention up to 30 days or longer depending on the plan.