About Us
The Mage-OS
Association
A non-profit organization born from community action, formed to safeguard and advance the Magento ecosystem. We are merchants, developers, agencies, and advocates united by a shared mission: ensuring Magento thrives for generations to come. Together with the Magento Association, we reclaimed the Magento brand in 2024 and continue building the future of open-source ecommerce.
Our Origin
Born from an Open Letter
From Vision to Reality
In 2021, concerns about the future direction of Magento Open Source led community members to draft an Open Letter. That letter sparked a global conversation and united thousands who believed the ecosystem deserved an independent, community-owned organization to champion its interests.1,641 Signatories
The Open Letter about the future of Magento was signed by merchants, developers, agencies, and stakeholders who depend on Magento for their livelihood.
Community Action
What started as a call for transparency and collaboration evolved into a movement that established the Mage-OS Association as a permanent home for community-driven development.
A New Chapter
In 2022, the Mage-OS Association was formally incorporated, bringing the vision of the Open Letter to life and ensuring the Magento ecosystem has a voice of its own.
Key Milestones
Our Journey
September 2021: The Open Letter
Concerns about Magento Open Source's future led 18 founding signatories to publish an open letter that ultimately gathered 1,641 signatures from merchants, developers, and agencies worldwide.
September 2022: Association Founded
The Mage-OS Association was officially incorporated in Poland as a non-profit organization, with a founding board of 8 directors and 2 Business Control Committee members.
October 2023: Distribution 1.0 Released
The first official Mage-OS Distribution was released, providing an enhanced, community-driven alternative to Magento Open Source with performance improvements and a refreshed admin panel.
November 2023: Membership Opens
Individual and company memberships became available, allowing supporters to directly fund and shape the future of Mage-OS through voting rights and governance participation.
2024: Magento Brand Reclaimed
Together with the Magento Association, we achieved a historic milestone by acquiring the Magento brand, ensuring the community controls its own destiny.
Our Mission
We want to see Magento prosper
The Mage-OS Association exists to represent and further the interests of the entire Magento community: Merchants, developers, agencies, and everyone who builds, supports, or depends on this ecosystem.
Grow the Community
Attract and welcome new merchants, developers, and contributors to strengthen the Magento ecosystem.
Nurture Good Values
Foster an open, inclusive, and welcoming environment where everyone can contribute and thrive.
Sustain the Platform
Position Mage-OS as a leading choice for custom ecommerce development through continuous improvement.
Increase Market Share
Rebuild confidence in the Magento ecosystem and grow its presence in the global ecommerce market.
Coordinate Development
Fund and coordinate the long-term development, security, and support of the Mage-OS platform.
Support the Ecosystem
Provide documentation, education, events, and resources that empower organizations throughout the ecosystem.
By the Numbers
The Association in Numbers
From a grassroots movement to a thriving global organization
Democratic Governance
Mage-OS operates with complete transparency and democratic accountability. Every decision is made in the open, every euro is tracked publicly, and every member has a voice.
Member-Elected Leadership
The Board of Directors is elected annually by members at the General Assembly. Every member gets a vote in shaping the future direction of the association.
Transparent Finances
All contributions and expenses are publicly visible through Open Collective. Anyone can see exactly how funds are raised and spent.
Community-Driven Development
Development priorities are shaped by community input. Contributors participate directly in technical decisions through open discussions and weekly meetings.
Independent Oversight
The Business Control Committee provides independent oversight to ensure accountability, proper use of funds, and adherence to our statutes.
Meet the Team
Our People
Elected leaders who manage association affairs, set strategy, and represent Mage-OS externally.
Independent oversight ensuring accountability, transparency, and proper use of funds.
Volunteers and companies who contribute time, code, content, and resources to Mage-OS.
Individual and company members who support Mage-OS financially and have voting rights.
Governance Documents
Legal Framework
Our formal bylaws define how the association is structured, governed, and how decisions are made.
Community standards that create a welcoming, respectful environment for all participants.
Mage-OS Association is legally incorporated in Poland as a non-profit, operating globally.
Every contribution and expense is tracked publicly. Full financial transparency, always.
Community Voices
What Our Community Says
" For us, supporting Mage-OS means taking Magento 2 back to its community roots. We believe this organisation will propel the Magento ecosystem forward. The Magento community has given us so much over the years, now it's our turn to contribute. "
Niek Verkolen & Tjitse Efde
Co-founders, Vendic
" We truly believe we can not only keep Magento alive, we can give it a bright future by putting the focus on merchants, big AND small. This is only the beginning. Magento has a bright future ahead. "
Founding Signatories
The Open Letter, 2021
" Our goal is to strengthen the Magento ecosystem and see it thrive for years to come. We intend to do that by giving everyone in the community the opportunity to get involved and make a difference. "
Mage-OS Association
Founding Statement, 2022
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mage-OS Association?
The Mage-OS Association is a non-profit organization registered in Poland, created to safeguard and advance the Magento ecosystem. We are community-owned and governed democratically by our members.
How is Mage-OS different from Magento Open Source?
Mage-OS Distribution is built on the Magento Open Source codebase but includes community-driven enhancements, performance improvements, and faster security updates. All Magento extensions remain compatible.
How is the Association funded?
We are funded primarily through individual and company memberships, as well as donations via Open Collective. All contributions and expenses are publicly visible for complete transparency.
How can I get involved?
There are many ways to contribute: become a member, attend our weekly meetings, contribute code on GitHub, help with documentation, or join our Discord community to share ideas and participate in discussions.
What is the relationship with the Magento Association?
Mage-OS and the Magento Association collaborate on initiatives to strengthen the Magento community. In 2024, we jointly acquired the Magento brand and are co-developing improved merchant documentation.
How are decisions made?
Major decisions are made democratically at our annual General Assembly where members vote. The Board of Directors is elected annually by members and manages day-to-day affairs with oversight from the Business Control Committee.
Join the Movement
Be part of the community that is shaping the future of open-source ecommerce. As a member, you gain voting rights in elections, a voice in strategic decisions, and the satisfaction of supporting an ecosystem that benefits everyone. Whether you contribute code, documentation, ideas, or financial support, every contribution makes a difference.
