MyBB
A free forum with a member reputation system, fulltext search and built-in polls.
About MyBB
What is MyBB?
MyBB is a free, open-source discussion forum software developed by the MyBB group, letting you build and manage online discussion communities with advanced moderation and customization features.
Use cases
What is MyBB for?
- A community that wants a reputation system among members.
- A forum that needs polls built directly into threads.
- A project that requires fast MySQL fulltext search.
Benefits
Main benefits of MyBB
MySQL fulltext search.
A member reputation system.
Advanced private messaging with tracking and multiple attachments.
Built-in polls and customizable BB codes and emojis.
Is it for you?
Who should use MyBB?
Communities that value a member reputation system and a very high average user rating (4.74/5).
Is MyBB right for you?
Is MyBB the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- You want a reputation system among your community's members.
- You need polls built directly into forum threads.
- You're after compatibility with SQLite in addition to MySQL or PostgreSQL.
It might not be for you if…
- You're after the most customizable template system (consider SMF).
- You want direct WordPress integration (consider bbPress).
Installation
How to install MyBB on your hosting
Open your hosting panel
Log into your miHosting professional hosting panel and open Softaculous, the application installer included with every plan.
Find MyBB
One-click install via Softaculous from the hosting panel.
Configure and go live
Choose the domain, language and admin details. Softaculous creates the database automatically and your install is ready in minutes.
Recommended hosting
Why install MyBB on miHosting
miHosting's professional shared hosting includes Softaculous, PHP and databases already configured, NVMe storage with no artificial limits, free SSL and real technical support if you need help during installation or maintenance of MyBB.
Choose your plan
Install MyBB today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your MyBB project, or try it risk-free with the free plan.
Emprendedor
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Webmaster
50% OFF198 $/yr 99 $/yr — free domain included
- ✓100 websites
- ✓1 free domain for the first year
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Not sure which to choose?
For 1–3 of your own websites, the Emprendedor plan is more than enough. To manage client sites or multiple projects, the Webmaster plan is the go-to choice for agencies and freelancers.
Talk to a technician on WhatsApp →Not ready to commit yet?
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Frequently asked questions about MyBB
Can MyBB let users rate each other?
Yes, it includes a member reputation system, where users can positively or negatively rate others' contributions.
Is MyBB compatible with SQLite?
Yes, in addition to MySQL and PostgreSQL, MyBB is compatible with SQLite v2 and v3 as a database engine.
Launch your project with MyBB today
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