Backdrop CMS
Drupal 7 fork optimised for shared hosting: responsive, panel-installable extensions and free.
What is Backdrop CMS?
Backdrop CMS is a fork of Drupal 7 designed to let non-technical users manage blogs, galleries and social interactions. It's optimised for shared hosting, performs well, has a responsive design, and lets you install extensions directly from the panel.
What is Backdrop CMS for?
- A user who wants Drupal's capabilities but in a more accessible CMS optimised for shared hosting.
- A project migrated from Drupal 7 looking for a compatible, easier-to-maintain fork.
- A website with a blog, gallery and social features that doesn't need Drupal 8/9/10's complexity.
Main benefits of Backdrop CMS
Performance optimised for shared hosting.
Install extensions directly from the panel.
Responsive design.
Fork compatible with the Drupal 7 ecosystem.
Who should use Backdrop CMS?
Drupal 7 users who want a more accessible CMS with good performance on shared hosting.
Is Backdrop CMS the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- If you came from Drupal 7 and want a more accessible, compatible fork.
- If you need Drupal's capabilities but optimised for shared hosting.
- If you want to install extensions directly from the panel without FTP.
It might not be for you if…
- If you need Drupal 10/11's most modern features, where Drupal Core is the current version.
- If you're looking for the largest ecosystem of modern modules.
How to install Backdrop CMS 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 Backdrop CMS
Installs via Softaculous from the hosting panel, choosing the domain and admin details.
Configure and go live
Choose the domain, language and admin details. Softaculous creates the database automatically and your install is ready in minutes.
Why install Backdrop CMS 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 Backdrop CMS.
Install Backdrop CMS today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your Backdrop CMS project, or try it risk-free with the free plan.
Emprendedor
— free domain included*
- ✓3 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- —Node.js, Python and Ruby are not available with Emprendedor.
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Plus
— free domain included*
- ✓15 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- ✓Node.js, Python and Ruby access
- ✓Free, automatic SSL (Let's Encrypt)
- ✓Free migration included
- ✓Real 24/7 technical support
Webmaster
— free domain included*
- ✓100 websites
- ✓1 free domain* the first year (annual billing)
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- ✓Node.js, Python and Ruby access
- ✓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.
Node.js, Python and Ruby are included with Plus and Webmaster; they are not available with Emprendedor.
* The first-year free domain is included with the annual price. From the second year onward, it renews at the standard price. Prices in USD. VAT excluded.
Not ready to commit yet?
Try it with the same NVMe infrastructure as the paid plans for 6 months, without a credit card. Your domain is purchased separately and free hosting does not include direct support. Upgrade within those 6 months for a 50% discount.
- ✓ No credit card required
- ✓ Softaculous included
- ✓ Upgrade whenever you want
Frequently asked questions about Backdrop CMS
Is Backdrop CMS an alternative to Drupal?
Yes, it's a fork of Drupal 7 designed to be more accessible and optimised for shared hosting.
Is Backdrop CMS compatible with Drupal 7 modules?
Many Drupal 7 modules are compatible or easily portable to Backdrop CMS.
Launch your project with Backdrop CMS today
Professional hosting with Softaculous, real technical support and a 60-day money-back guarantee.