CakePHP
Rapid PHP development framework with convention over configuration, scaffolding and built-in CSRF and XSS protection.
What is CakePHP?
CakePHP is a rapid PHP development framework that uses design patterns such as Active Record, Front Controller and MVC. It allows rapid prototyping through code generation and scaffolding, includes translation, database access, caching, validation and authentication, and has built-in protection against SQL injection, CSRF and XSS.
What is CakePHP for?
- A team that wants to rapidly prototype a PHP application through scaffolding and conventions.
- A project that requires built-in CSRF and anti-XSS protection without configuring external libraries.
- A PHP application that needs built-in internationalisation and translation support.
Main benefits of CakePHP
Convention over configuration: less setup code, more development time.
Automatic scaffolding to generate basic CRUD instantly.
Built-in CSRF, XSS and SQL injection protection from day one.
Internationalisation (i18n) support for multilingual applications.
Who should use CakePHP?
PHP developers who want rapid prototyping with good security practices built in out of the box.
Is CakePHP the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- If you want to prototype quickly with scaffolding and well-defined conventions.
- If security (CSRF, XSS, SQL injection) is a priority and you prefer it built in.
- If your application needs multilingual support from the start.
It might not be for you if…
- If you prefer configuration flexibility over conventions, where Laravel or Symfony offer more control.
- If you need a lighter disk footprint, where CodeIgniter takes up half the space.
How to install CakePHP 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 CakePHP
Installs via Softaculous from the hosting panel, choosing domain and project 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 CakePHP 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 CakePHP.
Install CakePHP today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your CakePHP 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 CakePHP
Does CakePHP generate code automatically?
Yes, it includes scaffolding to generate basic CRUD for any entity instantly, speeding up prototyping.
Does CakePHP include protection against web attacks?
Yes, it includes built-in protection against SQL injection, CSRF and XSS without installing extra libraries.
Launch your project with CakePHP today
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