phpBB
The world's most widely used open-source forum platform, with unlimited subforums and support for multiple databases.
About phpBB
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.
Use cases
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.
Benefits
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.
Is it for you?
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 right for you?
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).
Installation
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.
Recommended hosting
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.
Choose your plan
Install phpBB today
Choose the professional hosting plan that best fits your phpBB project, or try it risk-free with the free plan.
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- ✓1 free domain for the first year
- ✓Unlimited NVMe SSD storage
- ✓Softaculous — 400+ one-click apps
- ✓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.
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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
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