basecamp

Basecamp is a web-based project management and team collaboration tool developed by Basecamp LLC. It originated with 37signals, a software company founded in the early 2000s, and Basecamp has been its flagship offering since the product’s launch in 2004. In 2014 the company rebranded itself as Basecamp, adopting Basecamp as its corporate name and continuing to develop the product.

Basecamp provides centralized workspaces where teams manage projects through a combination of features centered on communication and task coordination. Core components include to-do lists for tasks, message boards for asynchronous discussion, a shared calendar, file storage, and a real-time group chat. The platform also offers automatic check-ins to gather updates from team members, as well as straightforward document sharing and notes. The design emphasizes an integrated space for conversations, timelines, and documents to reduce email traffic and meetings. The product is available as a software-as-a-service with web and mobile apps, and it includes an API for integrations with other tools.

Pricing includes a free Basecamp Personal plan for individuals or small projects with limited users, alongside paid business plans for larger teams. Basecamp is used by organizations of varying sizes and industries, valued for its straightforward approach that focuses on essential collaboration rather than feature-heavy project management ecosystems.