Phorum
One of the most veteran PHP/MySQL forums, with a flexible module and hook system for deep customization.
About Phorum
What is Phorum?
Phorum is open-source forum software based on PHP and MySQL, described as the original PHP and MySQL based open source forum software, working as a messaging and community communication platform.
Use cases
What is Phorum for?
- A project that needs to deeply customize the forum via modules and hooks.
- A site that needs to reorganize forum data to fit specific needs.
- A community that prioritizes performance without giving up features.
Benefits
Main benefits of Phorum
A flexible module and hook system for customization.
Adaptable design that lets you reorganize data as needed.
Versatile for different types of websites.
Emphasis on performance without sacrificing features.
Is it for you?
Who should use Phorum?
Developers who want to deeply customize the forum's behavior via a module and hook system.
Is Phorum right for you?
Is Phorum the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- You want to customize the forum's behavior via modules and hooks.
- You need to reorganize forum data for specific needs.
- You value one of the most veteran PHP/MySQL forum projects.
It might not be for you if…
- You'd prefer a project with updates more recent than 2017.
- You're after a modern, ready-to-use interface with no customization needed (consider Flarum).
Installation
How to install Phorum 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 Phorum
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 Phorum 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 Phorum.
Choose your plan
Install Phorum today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your Phorum project, or try it risk-free with the free plan.
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- ✓Free migration included
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Not sure which to choose?
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Frequently asked questions about Phorum
Is Phorum easy for a developer to customize?
Yes, its flexible module and hook system is specifically built so developers can adapt its behavior.
Is Phorum a recent project?
It's one of the most veteran PHP/MySQL forums on the market; according to available documentation, its latest version dates back to 2017.
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