Webmail & Email

OpenNewsletter

A very lightweight tool for sending newsletters to a subscriber list, with no database required.

About OpenNewsletter

What is OpenNewsletter?

OpenNewsletter is an open-source solution built specifically for sending email newsletters to a subscriber list, with no need for a database to store data.

Category Webmail & Email
Needs a database? No
Install size 0.64 MB
Requirements According to Softaculous, it takes about 0.64 MB. Doesn't need a database.
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Use cases

What is OpenNewsletter for?

  • Sending a simple newsletter to a subscriber list with no database needed.
  • An occasional newsletter for a small project that doesn't justify a more complex tool.
  • Basic subscriber sign-up and removal management with list import and export.

Benefits

Main benefits of OpenNewsletter

No database required: all information is stored in files.

Importing and exporting subscriber lists.

Sending in HTML or plain text format, as you prefer.

Automatic unsubscribe links in every send.

Is OpenNewsletter right for you?

Is OpenNewsletter the right choice for you?

It's a great fit if…

  • You send newsletters occasionally and want the simplest possible solution.
  • You'd rather avoid database management entirely.
  • You need the lightest install in this category.

It might not be for you if…

  • You send newsletters regularly and need list segmentation or click tracking (consider phpList).
  • You manage a large volume of subscribers requiring more admin tools.

Installation

How to install OpenNewsletter on your hosting

01

Open your hosting panel

Log into your miHosting professional hosting panel and open Softaculous, the application installer included with every plan.

02

Find OpenNewsletter

One-click install via Softaculous from the hosting panel.

03

Configure and go live

Choose the domain, language and admin details. Softaculous creates the database automatically and your install is ready in minutes.

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Why install OpenNewsletter 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 OpenNewsletter.

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Frequently asked questions about OpenNewsletter

Does OpenNewsletter need a database?

No, all subscriber and send information is managed through files, with no database setup required.

Is OpenNewsletter good for large subscriber lists?

It's better suited to small projects or occasional sends; for large lists and frequent sends, phpList offers more segmentation and tracking tools.

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