DokuWiki
An open-source, database-free wiki built for team and small-business documentation.
About DokuWiki
What is DokuWiki?
DokuWiki is an open-source wiki application built for creating documentation of any kind, aimed especially at development teams, working groups and small businesses. Unlike other wiki engines, it stores content in plain text files instead of a database, which simplifies installation and backups.
Use cases
What is DokuWiki for?
- Internal documentation for a development or technical support team.
- A procedures manual for a small business with no IT department.
- A knowledge base that needs to be restorable by simply copying a folder.
Benefits
Main benefits of DokuWiki
No database required: everything is stored in text files, simplifying maintenance.
Unlimited page revisions, with a full change history.
Indexed full-text search, useful for large knowledge bases.
Available in more than 30 languages.
Is it for you?
Who should use DokuWiki?
Small and medium teams that need collaborative documentation without adding another database to maintain on the server.
Is DokuWiki right for you?
Is DokuWiki the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- You want a wiki without managing an extra database.
- You need detailed access control by page or section.
- You'd rather back up by copying a single folder.
It might not be for you if…
- You need the scale and tooling of a huge Wikipedia-style project (MediaWiki fits better there).
- You're after a fully visual editor with no wiki syntax to learn.
Installation
How to install DokuWiki 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 DokuWiki
One-click install via Softaculous from the hosting panel; since it needs no database, the process is even faster than other wikis.
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 DokuWiki 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 DokuWiki.
Choose your plan
Install DokuWiki today
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Not sure which to choose?
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Frequently asked questions about DokuWiki
Does DokuWiki need a MySQL database?
No. DokuWiki stores all content in plain text files, removing the need to install and maintain a database.
Can I restrict who edits each page?
Yes, DokuWiki includes access control lists that let you define read and edit permissions per page or section.
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