Symfony
Enterprise PHP framework of reusable components for building robust, maintainable web applications.
What is Symfony?
Symfony is an open source PHP framework aimed at speeding up the creation and maintenance of web applications by automating repetitive coding tasks. It is designed for enterprise contexts where developers need full control over configuration and directory structure.
What is Symfony for?
- A company that wants to build a robust, maintainable, scalable PHP application.
- A team that uses Symfony components (HttpFoundation, Console, etc.) as the foundation for other projects like Drupal or Laravel.
- An enterprise project that needs full control over configuration and architecture.
Main benefits of Symfony
Independent, reusable components also used by Laravel, Drupal and other projects.
Enterprise architecture with high configuration and structure customisation.
Integrated Web Profiler for debugging and performance analysis.
Long-term support (LTS) on even-numbered versions.
Who should use Symfony?
Teams and companies building medium to large PHP applications with a focus on maintainability and architecture.
Is Symfony the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- If you need a robust PHP architecture for long-lived enterprise projects.
- If your team works with Symfony components or integrates them with other frameworks.
- If you want full control over configuration without rigid conventions.
It might not be for you if…
- If you need the fastest path to launching a project, where Laravel or CakePHP offer more scaffolding.
- If your project is small and doesn't need the power of an enterprise framework.
How to install Symfony 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 Symfony
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 Symfony 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 Symfony.
Install Symfony today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your Symfony 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 Symfony
Does Laravel use Symfony components?
Yes, Laravel uses several Symfony components (such as HttpFoundation and Console) as the basis of its ecosystem.
Is Symfony hard to learn?
It has a steeper learning curve than CodeIgniter or CakePHP due to its flexibility and enterprise focus, but offers more control and power.
Launch your project with Symfony today
Professional hosting with Softaculous, real technical support and a 60-day money-back guarantee.