XMB
A PHP forum with private user-to-user (U2U) messaging and image verification anti-spam for registration.
About XMB
What is XMB?
XMB is a PHP-based community forum application built to create and manage online communities, where users can create topics, take part in conversations and collaborate with other members.
Use cases
What is XMB for?
- A forum with hierarchical organization of categories, forums and subforums.
- A community that needs image verification to prevent automated sign-ups.
- A project that requires bulk online moderation of messages.
Benefits
Main benefits of XMB
Hierarchical organization: categories, forums and subforums.
A private user-to-user (U2U) messaging system.
Image verification anti-spam for registration and anonymous posts.
Bulk online moderation and a customizable theme interface.
Is it for you?
Who should use XMB?
Communities that need clear hierarchical organization and anti-spam protection via image verification.
Is XMB right for you?
Is XMB the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- You need clear hierarchical organization of categories and subforums.
- You want anti-spam protection via image verification.
- You're after bulk message moderation tools.
It might not be for you if…
- You're after the lightest install in this category (consider FluxBB or PunBB).
- You want direct WordPress integration (consider bbPress).
Installation
How to install XMB 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 XMB
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 XMB 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 XMB.
Choose your plan
Install XMB today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your XMB project, or try it risk-free with the free plan.
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- ✓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.
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Frequently asked questions about XMB
Does XMB have private messaging between users?
Yes, it includes a private messaging system between users known as U2U (user to user).
How does XMB prevent automated sign-ups?
Through image verification anti-spam, both for new user registration and anonymous posts.
Launch your project with XMB today
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