WinterCMS
Active fork of OctoberCMS based on Laravel: customisable theming and a built-in media manager.
What is WinterCMS?
WinterCMS is a free, open source CMS and the active fork of OctoberCMS, based on the Laravel PHP framework. Designed for both developers and end clients, it offers agile development, customisable theming and a built-in media manager.
What is WinterCMS for?
- A Laravel developer who wants the most actively maintained fork of OctoberCMS.
- A project that wants customisable theming and a media manager.
- A mixed team where developers and non-technical editors work on the same CMS.
Main benefits of WinterCMS
Active fork of OctoberCMS with ongoing development.
Built on Laravel: familiar to modern PHP developers.
Customisable theming.
Built-in media manager.
Who should use WinterCMS?
PHP developers who use Laravel and want the most active fork of OctoberCMS.
Is WinterCMS the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- If you prefer the most active fork of OctoberCMS for new projects.
- If you work with Laravel and want a CMS built on that framework.
- If you need customisable theming and a media manager.
It might not be for you if…
- If you already have projects on OctoberCMS and don't want to migrate to the fork.
- If you're looking for a CMS with no dependency on Laravel.
How to install WinterCMS 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 WinterCMS
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 WinterCMS 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 WinterCMS.
Install WinterCMS today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your WinterCMS 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 WinterCMS
Is WinterCMS the same as OctoberCMS?
WinterCMS is an active fork of OctoberCMS; both are based on Laravel but WinterCMS has more active development.
Does WinterCMS need a database?
Since it's based on Laravel, it typically uses MySQL/MariaDB or PostgreSQL.
Launch your project with WinterCMS today
Professional hosting with Softaculous, real technical support and a 60-day money-back guarantee.