ExpressionEngine
Flexible open source CMS with custom content channels, multi-site support and built-in forums.
What is ExpressionEngine?
ExpressionEngine is a flexible, feature-rich, open source CMS. It organises content into customisable channels with user-defined fields, manages multiple sites from a single install, includes discussion forums and full member management with role-based permissions.
What is ExpressionEngine for?
- A portal or digital publication that organises its content into channels with custom fields.
- A company that manages multiple websites from a single install.
- A community that needs built-in forums and member management.
Main benefits of ExpressionEngine
Customisable content channels with user-defined fields.
Multi-site management from a single install.
Built-in forums and full member management.
Open source and free.
Who should use ExpressionEngine?
Digital publications and portals that organise content into channels with custom fields and multi-site support.
Is ExpressionEngine the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- If you need to organise content into channels with custom fields.
- If you manage multiple sites from a single install.
- If you need built-in forums and member management.
It might not be for you if…
- If you're looking for the largest ecosystem of free plugins, where Joomla or WordPress have more.
- If your site has few content types, where a simpler CMS would be enough.
How to install ExpressionEngine 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 ExpressionEngine
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 ExpressionEngine 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 ExpressionEngine.
Install ExpressionEngine today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your ExpressionEngine 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 ExpressionEngine
Does ExpressionEngine support multiple sites?
Yes, it supports multi-site management from a single install.
Does ExpressionEngine include forums?
Yes, it includes discussion forum capabilities and full member management.
Launch your project with ExpressionEngine today
Professional hosting with Softaculous, real technical support and a 60-day money-back guarantee.