Phorum
One of the most veteran PHP/MySQL forums, with a flexible module and hook system for deep customization.
What is Phorum?
Phorum is open-source forum software based on PHP and MySQL, described as the original PHP and MySQL based open source forum software, working as a messaging and community communication platform.
What is Phorum for?
- A project that needs to deeply customize the forum via modules and hooks.
- A site that needs to reorganize forum data to fit specific needs.
- A community that prioritizes performance without giving up features.
Main benefits of Phorum
A flexible module and hook system for customization.
Adaptable design that lets you reorganize data as needed.
Versatile for different types of websites.
Emphasis on performance without sacrificing features.
Who should use Phorum?
Developers who want to deeply customize the forum's behavior via a module and hook system.
Is Phorum the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- You want to customize the forum's behavior via modules and hooks.
- You need to reorganize forum data for specific needs.
- You value one of the most veteran PHP/MySQL forum projects.
It might not be for you if…
- You'd prefer a project with updates more recent than 2017.
- You're after a modern, ready-to-use interface with no customization needed (consider Flarum).
How to install Phorum 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 Phorum
One-click install via Softaculous from the hosting panel.
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 Phorum 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 Phorum.
Install Phorum today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your Phorum 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 Phorum
Is Phorum easy for a developer to customize?
Yes, its flexible module and hook system is specifically built so developers can adapt its behavior.
Is Phorum a recent project?
It's one of the most veteran PHP/MySQL forums on the market; according to available documentation, its latest version dates back to 2017.
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