Godocs is a free Bootstrap documentation template from Themefisher that provides a ready-made HTML layout for publishing product manuals, API references, and knowledge bases.
What is Godocs?
Godocs is a free, MIT-licensed documentation website template built on the Bootstrap CSS framework, designed for creating static documentation sites. It takes HTML and CSS files from a theme folder and outputs a static site that can be previewed directly in a browser or hosted on any web server. The template is developed by Themefisher and distributed via GitHub.
Key Features
- Bootstrap-based layout — Uses the Bootstrap CSS framework for responsive, mobile-first grid and component styling out of the box.
- Plain HTML & CSS editing — The
themefolder contains static files you can edit directly and preview by openingindex.htmlin a browser. - Gulp + npm workflow — Includes a
package.jsonwith scripts for local development (npm run dev) and production builds (npm run build). - Live reload development server — With Node.js and Gulp CLI installed, the dev server watches source files and automatically reloads the browser on changes.
- Production build output — Running
npm run buildgenerates athemefolder containing all your customizations, ready to use as the main theme. - Free code license — The template's code is released under the MIT license, allowing free use and modification; the demo images carry a separate license.
Who is it for?
- Open-source maintainers — Use Godocs to create a clean static documentation site without configuring a CMS or backend.
- Front-end developers — Customize the Bootstrap HTML structure and use the Gulp pipeline for faster iteration with Sass and live reload.
- Small product teams — Turn a set of Markdown or HTML pages into a branded documentation site by overriding the included CSS and layout.
What can you do with Godocs?
- Publish product manuals — Write step-by-step guides in HTML and assemble them into a cohesive documentation site.
- Build an API reference — Organize endpoint documentation and code samples in the grid and typography provided by Bootstrap.
- Host a project knowledge base — Deploy the static output to any web server or CDN, such as GitHub Pages, without server-side dependencies.
How does Godocs work?
- Download the template archive from GitHub and unzip it.
- Edit the HTML and CSS files in the
themefolder and openindex.htmlto preview changes. - For the advanced workflow, install Node.js and the Gulp CLI globally, then run
npm installfollowed bynpm run dev. - When finished, run
npm run buildto generate the production-readythemefolder.
Pricing
The template itself is free: its code is released under the MIT license and downloadable from GitHub. The images used in the demo are for illustration only and are not covered by the MIT license.
FAQ
Is Godocs free?
Yes, Godocs is free. Its code is released under the MIT license, and the source is publicly available on GitHub. You can download the template without charge and use it in personal or commercial projects.
Do I need Node.js to use Godocs?
No. The basic usage only requires editing HTML and CSS files in the theme folder and opening index.html in a browser. Node.js and Gulp are only needed for the advanced local development workflow with live reload.
What does the production build do?
Running npm run build processes all your source files and generates a clean theme folder with the final output. That folder can be used as the main theme for your website, containing all customizations you made.
Are the demo images included in the MIT license?
No. The demo images are for demonstration purposes only and have their own separate license. Themefisher does not grant permission to share those images; you should replace them with your own assets.
Where can I get technical support?
For questions or help integrating the template, Themefisher asks you to contact them via email at [email protected] instead of opening a GitHub issue. Paid support is available through that contact.
