phpBB
The world's most widely used open-source forum platform, with unlimited subforums and support for multiple databases.
What is phpBB?
phpBB is open-source forum software described as the most widely used open-source bulletin board software in the world. It lets you build and manage online communities, from a small group of friends to a large board.
What is phpBB for?
- A large community with unlimited subforum levels.
- A forum that needs to choose between several database engines (MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, Oracle).
- A project that requires a highly customizable permissions system.
Main benefits of phpBB
A modular administrative control panel.
Compatibility with multiple database systems.
Unlimited subforum levels and a customizable permissions system.
Private messaging and advanced search.
Who should use phpBB?
Communities looking for the most proven and documented option on the market, with database flexibility and an advanced permissions system.
Is phpBB the right choice for you?
It's a great fit if…
- You want the most proven and documented forum platform on the market.
- You need to choose between several database engines.
- You're building a large community with many subforums.
It might not be for you if…
- You're after the lightest install in this category (consider FluxBB or PunBB).
- You want direct WordPress integration (consider bbPress).
How to install phpBB 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 phpBB
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 phpBB 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 phpBB.
Install phpBB today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your phpBB 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 phpBB
Is phpBB good for small forums or only large communities?
Both: according to its own description, it works for staying in touch with a small group of friends as well as for setting up a large forum.
What databases does phpBB support?
It supports several engines, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server and Oracle, giving flexibility depending on the available infrastructure.
Launch your project with phpBB today
Professional hosting with Softaculous, real technical support and a 60-day money-back guarantee.