Kirby
Flexible file-based CMS with no database: from portfolios to complex enterprise sites.
What is Kirby?
Kirby is a flexible, file-based content management system that works without a database. It uses a variable data structure that lets you build anything from simple portfolios to complex enterprise sites, with content versioning and simple deployments thanks to its file-based approach.
What is Kirby for?
- A designer or photographer who wants a web portfolio with a flexible, database-free CMS.
- A developer who wants to version the site's content with Git.
- A project that needs simple deployments without managing a database.
Main benefits of Kirby
No database: makes versioning and deployments easier.
Very flexible data structure for any type of project.
Fast performance by not depending on SQL queries.
Suitable for both portfolios and complex sites.
Who should use Kirby?
Designers, photographers and developers who want a flexible, database-free CMS with content versioning.
Is Kirby the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- If you want a flexible web portfolio with no database.
- If you need to version content with Git.
- If you value simple deployments without managing databases.
It might not be for you if…
- If you need advanced multi-user management, where database-driven CMSs are more suitable.
- If your site has a lot of dynamic content that benefits from structured queries.
How to install Kirby 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 Kirby
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 Kirby 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 Kirby.
Install Kirby today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your Kirby 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 Kirby
Does Kirby need a database?
No, Kirby is designed as a file-based CMS that needs no database at all.
Is Kirby suitable for portfolios?
Yes, it's very popular among designers and photographers for building portfolios, though it also works for complex enterprise sites.
Launch your project with Kirby today
Professional hosting with Softaculous, real technical support and a 60-day money-back guarantee.